There is an art to writing poetry. And we are blessed to have Treepers here who are able to master this art…and share it with us.
Their Work shines out and illuminates our Tree. Their reflections touch our hearts and give us food for thought.
This thread is a place for us to collect their Work and revisit it again. A place to curate and display these poetic works so that we can find them easily.
Just like a tiny acorn that, once planted, can grow into a mighty tree…the thoughts that our talented Poets share with us, give us inspiration to grow and fortify us going forward.
I would ask that when you post a Poem that has been posted, to please include a link to the post where it appeared. That way we can take a peek at where it appeared when the Poet originally posted it.
In case you are unfamiliar with how to do this…you simply cursor over the Time Stamp underneath the poster’s name, then right-click on it and click on ‘Copy link’. Then paste it into your comment here, by right-clicking on where you want to put it…and click on ‘Paste’.
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There are other classic poetic works that are eerily relevant to our current Time. Please feel free to post those as well, if you like.
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This is a recent post from our Bakocarl, which has one of his beautiful Poems within it:
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May 23, 2019 at 01:05
Many, many people that we meet live their lives unnoticed and unrecognized by us, living in the background quietly and meekly but, in the aggregate, doing far more of the Lord’s work than those who are standing up in front to be recognized.
The Little Sparrow
I’m like a little sparrow
As I flit along my way;
Both unseen and unnoticed
During each and every day.
Life is full of little things
And I guess that I’m just one,
Helping others when I can
Until each day is done.
I’m happy to let others
Be in front and take the lead.
I don’t want recognition
As I do my little deeds.
Each day I walk along my path
But not to be seen by men.
Seeing someone else’s smile
Makes me smile, time and again.
God saved me only by His grace
And started my life anew:
Made in Christ to do good works
That God prepared for me to do.
God’s eye is on the sparrow,
So I know He watches me,
And I’m content to serve the One
Who died to set me free.
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.
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This is where it appeared:
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2019/05/23/dear-maga-20190523-open-topic/comment-page-1/#comment-155115
How fortunate are we that this melodious little sparrow has has constructed his nest in Wolf’s Q Tree?
Very fortunate indeed. Such beautiful sounds emanating from that particular branch…
Thank you, Bakocarl, for sharing your exquisite words of wisdom.
This is another one of Bakocarl’s wonderful poems.
He posted this when he first found our Q-Tree:
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May 8, 2019 at 14:36
As I walked down today’s path in the wood,
Planning to perch on my branch in the tree,
I spied a new, smaller path as I stood
And, looking onward as far as I could,
Tried to see if this new path suited me.
Where I was going, I’d perched there for years;
A tree, grown large, both well rooted and true,
Full of birds singing songs, but now, less clear,
And the sun, once bright, dimmed by clouds and drear.
I knew at this moment what I must do.
I turned to the right and took this new way,
The light seemed brighter and the way was clear.
Ahead, a clearing, bathed in the sun’s rays
And a small, green tree, some birds in array,
Singing songs of freedom, hope and good cheer.
As I approached, I saw more birds perched there,
And a small, sharp shovel leaning nearby.
Just then, I knew, this tree, tended with care,
Might have a little perch for me, somewhere,
To settle myself in and occupy.
I saw that I knew many birds perched here.
Old friends from before, but now seldom found;
Old friends with whom I share common ground,
Old friends who I know are good and sincere.
Amwick, GA/FL, and LadyP,
Pat, PRising, Sylvia, Covfefe,
Daughn, Gil, Gail, Marica and Mousey,
Curry, NEFilly and, of course, PHC,
And wolfmoon, yes, wolfie, tending the tree.
I’ll try to be nice and I won’t throw food,
‘Cause Wheatie’s made rules, so that we play fair.
I’ll be sure that I’m not crude, rude or lewd,
But will write poems, when I’m in the mood,
And bask in the light and breathe the fresh air.
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This is where it appeared:
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2019/05/08/dear-maga-20190508-open-topic/comment-page-2/#comment-144009
This is from our Commander Wolf.
He’s been holding out on us…I didn’t know he was a poet too.
Heheh. 😃😁
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May 23, 2019 at 02:59
Hillary Billary hit the Trump Wall
Hillary Billary took a great fall
All the king’s whores and all the king’s Mensas
Couldn’t come to Hillary’s legal defenses.
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Here is where it appeared:
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2019/05/23/dear-maga-20190523-open-topic/#comment-155162
LMAO! It’s so much funnier when it seems like somebody ELSE posted it! 😀
Thank you for doing this, Wheatie! Sparrows indeed! <3
Another from our Bakocarl:
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May 22, 2019 at 04:57
Wayfaring Strangers
Life’s highway is a rocky path,
Covered in mud and strewn with holes,
With many traps along the way
To lure and snare our weary souls.
We’re all poor, wayfaring strangers,
Trudging through life’s troubled ways.
Dark clouds gather all around us,
Destructive storms to mark our days.
In life no matter what we do,
We can’t succeed on our own deeds.
We won’t find our way to heaven
Until our sinful soul is freed.
We don’t have the goodness in us
To overcome sin’s evil grip.
In life’s uncharted raging seas,
We live aboard a sinking ship.
All’s not lost, we have a Savior,
Navigator, Pilot and Friend,
Who gave His life just to save us,
To win our victory in the end.
Though we walk along our pathways,
Plodding and weary in ragged clothes,
We give our trust to our Savior,
Believing that He died and rose.
On that day when our path’s end nears,
Our time runs out, our days are gone,
We’ll look up to see His glory
And His face in eternity’s dawn.
http://mariah.stonemarche.org/livhis/stranger.jpg
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Here is where it appeared:
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2019/05/22/dear-maga-20190522-open-topic/comment-page-1/#comment-154424
I saved this prayer poem that BakoCarl posted September 3, 2017 at 1:27 pm
Thy Will Be Done
The winds shriek and howl and the waters churn,
But we don’t listen. Will we ever learn?
This wicked world seeks wealth, fame and power,
But God owns this day, and this is His hour.
Our Father in Heaven, we turn to You,
For only You know just what to do.
Only You are our Father who cares,
And we come to You, humbly, with our prayers.
We pray for the safety of those in harm’s way,
Hold them in Your hands all through these days.
We pray for the peace of those who now fear,
Hold them in Your arms. Let them know You’re near.
We pray for Your blessings on those who give aid,
Hold them on Your paths, never to stray.
We pray for Your guidance to those who lead,
Hold them to Your will and care for their needs.
We pray for ourselves, to find when we seek,
That our walk with You be humble and meek.
We pray for our country, that all turn to You
For guidance and blessings in all that we do.
Al though we pray for our safety today,
We know that Your will is the only Way.
We know that our sin hinders Your peace,
But when Your Truth triumphs, then sin will cease.
And though we are destined for war and strife,
We look to our future, for You are our Life.
Safety and peace: it’s for those we plead,
But when all’s said and done, it’s revival we need.
May we turn to You for our joy and peace,
For in our blessed future, they will never cease.
We’re not of this world, and so we pray
For Your coming quickly. May this be the day.
Until that day when You come in the clouds,
May we turn to You in throngs and crowds;
But no matter what happens, the things to come,
We pray above all that Thy will be done.
Thy Will Be Done
The winds shriek and howl and the waters churn,
But we don’t listen. Will we ever learn?
This wicked world seeks wealth, fame and power,
But God owns this day, and this is His hour.
Our Father in Heaven, we turn to You,
For only You know just what to do.
Only You are our Father who cares,
And we come to You, humbly, with our prayers.
We pray for the safety of those in harm’s way,
Hold them in Your hands all through these days.
We pray for the peace of those who now fear,
Hold them in Your arms. Let them know You’re near.
We pray for Your blessings on those who give aid,
Hold them on Your paths, never to stray.
We pray for Your guidance to those who lead,
Hold them to Your will and care for their needs.
We pray for ourselves, to find when we seek,
That our walk with You be humble and meek.
We pray for our country, that all turn to You
For guidance and blessings in all that we do.
Al though we pray for our safety today,
We know that Your will is the only Way.
We know that our sin hinders Your peace,
But when Your Truth triumphs, then sin will cease.
And though we are destined for war and strife,
We look to our future, for You are our Life.
Safety and peace: it’s for those we plead,
But when all’s said and done, it’s revival we need.
May we turn to You for our joy and peace,
For in our blessed future, they will never cease.
We’re not of this world, and so we pray
For Your coming quickly. May this be the day.
Until that day when You come in the clouds,
May we turn to You in throngs and crowds;
But no matter what happens, the things to come,
We pray above all that Thy will be done.
Amen
Link – https://theconservativetreehouse.com/2017/09/03/september-3rd-2017-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-227/comment-page-3/#comment-4339772
I love that you saved this, Georgia! It’s a bit of a heartfelt reminder of our old abode as well!
Thank you so much, GA/FL!! I wasn’t OT in 2017, and would have missed it!!! ❤️❤️
And another BakoCarl poem from June 13, 2017 at 12:45 pm
God’s Army and the War
We look at the world all around us,
And we see all the evil and say,
There’s a war between men in this world,
The good men fight, keeping evil at bay.
We think there’s a heavy burden on us,
This fight that may engulf you or me,
But the struggle is not against flesh and blood,
Though it’s armies of men that we see.
This war and the armies are much bigger;
But men of this world are not the source.
We fight against powers of this dark world,
And their evil spiritual force.
Elisha, God’s prophet, warned Israel’s king
Of the Arameans plans to attack.
So Aram’s king sent his army at night,
Surrounding Elisha. He’d never get back.
Elisha’s servant rose early that day,
And saw they were trapped, all hemmed in.
“I’m afraid, Elisha, what shall we do?”
Elisha answered, perhaps with a grin:
Don’t be afraid, was what the prophet said,
Those with us are much more than that army.
And Elisha prayed to our and his God,
“O Lord, open his eyes and let him see!”
Then the servant looked, looked up and saw
Hills full of horses, chariots of fire;
A huge army of angels, sent by God,
All protecting Elisha and his squire.
God’s got the power; He’s in control.
His forces will win in this evil war.
All will proceed according to His plan,
With Him, we’ll be victors, and much more.
What shall we say to all of these things?
If God is for us, then who can oppose?
Should we sit back and leave it all to God,
Trusting in His Son, Who died and arose?
We run the race and must fight the good fight,
Strong in the Lord, secure His power.
We are given the full armor of God
To take our stand against evil’s hour.
When evil comes, we’ll wear God’s armor:
The belt of truth buckled around our waist,
The breastplate of righteousness all in place,
Guarded from arrows by the shield of faith.
With readiness from the gospel of peace,
Our feet will be fitted and firmly shod.
All with the helmet of salvation,
And the Spirit’s sword – the Word of God.
With God’s armor, we can take our stand,
And with the strength we get from prayers.
Final victory is ours, glory to God,
And eternal rest in His merciful care.
Link – https://theconservativetreehouse.com/2017/06/13/june-13th-2017-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-145/comment-page-3/#comment-4027515
Darn!!! All that work, and I’m NOT in the Daily Open Thread. Grrrrr. Please delete, I’m post it in the Open Thread.
Are you sure you want it deleted?
I will wait till you get it reposted over in the Daily Open…and then do it, if you’re sure you don’t mind.
Oh, yes, for sure. I am so sorry. I opened the wrong thread this morning – sometimes our Daily threads have a kind of title to them, so I took this one as the Daily. 🙂
Thank you, Wheatie, for saving Lady P’s thread! They’re all so good!! And THANK YOU for THIS wonderful thread!!!
I am so glad you like it, Jan.
😌😊
From April 4, 2019 at 8:59 pm
The Art of MAGA
Well, it’s shoulda, woulda, and coulda,
The self-annointed know-it-alls say.
PTrump shoulda, woulda and coulda,
Their favorite tune, sung all day.
A bit too little, they won’t agree,
A bit too much and they’ll say nay,
They claim PTrump broke promises,
And love to use the word “betray”.
Listen to them whine, bitch and complain
After reading some rumor, yet once again,
Or falling for some tale, put out by trolls,
Never knowing it’s nothing but spin.
Trump made his promises, time after time,
All through the campaign and after he won.
Anyone with at least half of a brain
Could clearly see what he’d try to get done.
But then, when some feel there’s a delay,
As though they knew better what will befall,
The Doomers and Gloomers quickly appear
To make, again, their typical miscall.
“Trump’s given up. He’s beaten this time”.
“Trump’s switched over to the other side.”
“Trump broke his promise, intruders still come.”
“Trump’s word’s no good. He betrayed us. He lied.”
Some forget Trump’s the Master of the Deal.
What he says and does, furthers his ends.
Give some, get a lot. It’s the way to win.
Don’t be too stiff; got to learn how to bend.
Keep your hand close to your vest,
And never show your cards too soon.
If your goal is high earth orbit,
You’ve got to always shoot for the moon.
It’s all about the negotiation,
But don’t burn bridges that you can’t mend.
Bluffing, feinting, misdirection, too –
But don’t be enemies; win as a friend.
When it’s all over, deliver the goods;
Fulfill your promises, every one.
Then you’ll have a good reputation.
You’ll be on top, rivaled by none.
Most blessed we are, to have such a man
Making America great again.
Restoring our country, our flag and God,
To which we can now all say “Amen.”
Link – https://theconservativetreehouse.com/2019/04/04/april-4th-2019-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-805/comment-page-4/#comment-6875751
We should all read this one every day!
My apologies, Wheatie. I think you have the power to delete the comment. Was in the wrong thread – didn’t realize it wasn’t the Daily thread! So sorry. 🙁 🙁
No problem, LadyP.
😌🙂
I really hate to delete things…but it this case it was just an innocent case of misplacement.
Since I see that you’ve transferred all that work to the Daily Open Thread, I will go ahead and make this one disappear.
Here is a link to it so that people can see your comment that you moved:
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2019/05/23/dear-maga-20190523-open-topic/comment-page-1/#comment-155258
Thanks a bunch, Wheatie. ❤
I love that this conversation is still here. A bit of site history and the random beauty of God’s universe, preserved along with Carl’s poetry!
Amen, Wolfie!!!
BakoCarl posted on Election Day – November 8, 2016 at 3:40 pm
Delicate Snowflake
I’m a delicate snowflake
Hear me scream and shout!
But if you hurt my feelings
I’ll need my safe place to pout.
I’ll use threats and violence
And ‘muscle’ to get my way.
I have full freedom of speech,
But you can’t have your say.
But, oh, the mental anguish,
I went into a deep shock,
When I discovered a sign
That said “MAGA Trump” in chalk.
It doesn’t matter what you say,
It’ll be a microagression
That will require another
Mental therapy session.
Our preservation depends
On liberal funds and grants,
So we can buy more Kool-Aid
And sing liberal songs and chants.
I quake in terrible fear
Of this election today.
We’ve got to have Hillary
Or we’ll become passé.
If this country elects “T”
(I can’t say his name again)
We’ll all look like silly fools
Much to our bitter chagrin.
We’ll be forced to pay our way,
Actually work at a job.
We’ll be like any other
Middle or lower class slob.
No, I’m sure this will not be,
It’ll never, ever go that far.
I’ll just live in mommy’s basement
And drive my rich daddy’s car.
LINK – https://theconservativetreehouse.com/2016/11/08/november-8th-election-day-2016-presidential-election-open-discussion/comment-page-9/#comment-3211297
I’m not a poet but would like to add Joyce Kilmer’s Tree poem. Ever since coming here and seeing Wheatie’s wonderful tree pictures, and all of our discussions regarding trees, and God, and now poetry – this one might fit.
“I think that I shall never see
A poem lovely as a tree.
A tree whose hungry mouth is prest
Against the earth’s sweet flowing breast;
A tree that looks at God all day,
And lifts her leafy arms to pray;
A tree that may in Summer wear
A nest of robins in her hair;
Upon whose bosom snow has lain;
Who intimately lives with rain.
Poems are made by fools like me,
But only God can make a tree.”
Very nice! A classic, and extra touching in relation to both this tree and our former one!
“When power leads man towards arrogance, poetry reminds him of his limitations. When power narrows the areas of man’s concern, poetry reminds him of the richness and diversity of his existence. When power corrupts, poetry cleanses,…”
– John F. Kennedy
OK, this is already the best thread on the site! No fair! Standards have been raised too high for us authors and mortal commenters! 😉 😀
My poem….
Let these stubborn cowards stand,
On the wrong side of right,
On the shifting sand,
Of faulty sight,
And craven greed,
Someday to cry,
In sorest need,
How wrong was I!
I lived a lie!
8/31/16
Dedicated to James Comey, the Bills (Kristol, Gates, Clinton) and the MSM
I didn’t know you were a poet, GA/FL…I love it!
😀👍
And thank you for all the poems you are posting here!
I’m not a poet, but do love poetry
Along with hymns, which are poems, and Scripture, some of which are poetry and song, poetry has been medicine for me through many a heartache.
I even took a Poetry Therapy class in graduate school, which changed my life in a way that would seem adverse, but took me on a better, healing path.
Forgot to say – the title of the Poem is The Wrong Side of History.
And of course, it’s also dedicated to Romney, Ryan and McCain.
Another MAGA poet – Boojum – posted this great poem on Christmas Day 2015
boojum says:
December 25, 2015 at 9:38 am
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all. As a small present I repost below Trumpvictus with the requisite apologies to William E. Henley
Trumpvictus
Out of the night that blights this land
I cling to hope from poll to poll
And thank the man who takes his stand
To Trump the cards elitists hold
Despite the RINO’s worst attacks
Despite the wrathful PC crowd
He tells the truth, destroys the hacks
His hair unruffled, head unbowed
Before he rose to show a way
Our Republic seemed but doomed to die
But rallied now, we join the fray
Good patriots, come cast the die
It matters not, lean right or left
Those tags were set to cause divide
Tyranny leaves us all bereft
Time to choose sweet Freedom’s side
LINK – https://theconservativetreehouse.com/2015/12/25/december-25th-2016-presidential-election-open-discussion-thread/comment-page-1/#comment-1859888
Very cool that you archived this stuff. This thread was truly an inspired idea, that these savings should not be lost! Praise be to God!
Foibles and follies,
Jibbers and jollies.
While mages make magic,
Their muses make music.
Emeraldstar posted – December 5, 2018 at 10:01 am
Link – https://wqth.wordpress.com/2018/12/05/zeros-paradox/comment-page-1/#comment-16804
RAWHIDES
Dedicated to President Donald John Trump, Master of All Trollers – MOAT
(with apologies to Ned Washington and Frankie Laine)
Trump is trollin’, trollin’
Keepin’ Dem-dogs rollin’
Showin’ up their pollin’
The narrative he’s controllin’
Raw hides!
He keeps the Dem-dogs movin’
Though they’re disapprovin’
Trump is really groovin’
And what he tweets gets proven.
Raw hides!
He won’t try to understand ‘em
He’ll throw, rope and brand ’em.
Herd ’em up in tandem.
Then their a$$es hand ‘em!
Raw hides!
Though they’re calculating
Trump is far out-rating
With his gal Melania by his side
Baiting, waiting, making them bug-eyed,
Soon he’ll expose them far and wide!
Raw hides!
Move ’em on, head ’em up
Head ’em up, move ’em on
Move ’em on – show ’em up!
Rawhides!
Cut ’em out, ride ’em in
Ride ’em in, get ’em out
Vote ’em out – we will win!
Rawhides!
Hawrh!
Cracks whip!
LINK – Georgiafl – 2/18/18 – https://theconservativetreehouse.com/2018/02/18/february-18th-2018-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-395/comment-page-2/#comment-5028918
Love it! 😀
Love it, GA/FL!!!!
I promised wolfie I’d put an updated version of a recently posted poem in the new Poetry Tree, which, by the way, is beautiful. Thank you, Wheatie!
The Q Tree – Beginnings
Marica May 18, 2019 at 00:46
Wolfie’s Tree is like the Giving Tree!! Every single person here gives so much of their Heart and Soul!!
Alison May 18, 2019 at 01:00
So true, Marica. We are, indeed, blessed by the presence of so many creative patriots here in the QTree.
Shebythesea May 18, 2019 at 01:53
Hi Alison, Hi Marica!! Yes, we are blessed. I’m uplifted every time I come here. . . . the great articles/memes/poems/comments I come across here!
Plantings need passion, a reason to be,
A need for the fruit from a future tree.
MAGA is our passion, it’s all we need;
Free speech is the means by which to proceed.
A few higher thoughts guide us each day:
Forgiveness of others, and the need to pray,
“In God We Trust” (we must learn to depend),
And “Glory to God” sums up our chief end.
In the beginning, the site was prepared.
Our Head Arborist, with utmost care,
And a small team, conversed and agreed,
Then all together, they planted the seed.
A wealth of denizens perch in QTree,
Working together – a big family.
Most contribute to spread the word:
The truth, the facts, now seldom heard.
A few work the hardest to keep our tree:
Water and feeding and trimming are key:
Writing Intros, News Roundups, Threads to read,
And managing the flock, so we succeed.
Some are skilled writers, masters with the pen,
Explaining the complex, beyond our ken.
Others search the internet, looking to find
Videos and articles, then expertly mined.
A few find GIFs or maybe make memes;
Visual humor for MAGA dreams.
A handful contribute a rhyme or two,
Making their points from a different view.
Still others add their comments to the mix,
Exposing the Dimm’s dirty politics.
Many choose to stay behind the scenes,
Sampling our fare like haute cuisine.
All contribute, giving in their own way,
But perhaps, most of all, those who pray.
When we acknowledge God in all we do,
He’ll straighten the paths for what ensues.
So now we see in our tree in the dell,
That those who come here to perch or dwell,
Give something of themselves for truth and peace,
For MAGA and justice, that they never cease.
We should feel blessed and give thanks for QTree,
For those that work hard to keep our world free,
For our leaders for quiet, peaceful lives,
All to God above, through Whom we thrive.
That is so beautiful, Carl.
😃😍
Thank you!
And I so happy that you like the thread.
😌😊
Ack….*I am so happy that you like the thread.
I could’t find when I posted this one om The Q Tree . . . 10 May?
I’ve taken a bit of license here with familiarity, since I am new to The Q Tree. But, since I have known many (most?) of you for years through your posts, I think that the characterization is not far from the mark.
The Q Tree – Family
Hurry on to The Q Tree,
Come on home to family.
Perch here in the sun and breeze
And let your mind run free.
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
There’s a place that I just found,
Full of folks on common ground.
Love of neighbor, flag and God;
But not perfect, we’re all flawed.
Complaint is not the way we roll,
Nor are there cherries in every bowl.
Life’s a mixture, good and bad;
Some days joyful, others sad.
We seek truth and what is good;
Not merely could, but what should.
We get together every day
To talk, discuss and often pray.
So if you need a place to perch,
Here’s where you can end your search.
We talk about the news du jour
And other topics more obscure.
How to make America great,
How to deal with those who hate,
How to get that big swamp drained,
And all about the coup explained.
And, perhaps, the best of all
Learn from others and recall
That your voice, too, is good to hear
In our friendly atmosphere.
So pick a branch in our tree,
Relax and let your mind run free.
We’ll enjoy the time you spend,
Chatting with you as our friend.
Uh oh…my reply to you dropped down below.
😬👇
This is one of my favs of yours, Carl.
I love it, Carl.
😀😻👍
And you go right ahead and take all the ‘license with familiarity’ that you want to.
Even though you may be new to the QTree…you are among old friends.
😊
Amen!
Yahoo! Now I dont have to search forever! Im glad this is here.
I’m glad you like it, Gil.
😌😀
And Wolfie put it in the sidebar, too. 👉
So that you won’t have to hunt for it later, as the thread moves down in the order of the thread posts.
God’s Beautiful Children
All our Lord’s beautiful children are always first rate
No child of His exists on earth for any of us to berate
“Damaged Goods” is not a phrase within His sphere
Every single child He continually holds so very dear
Did He not give His only begotten Son for all of us?
So that in His ardent love we would eternally trust
YOU as a child of our Lord you should truly know
Thru God’s people His eternal love eternally shows
As we are born anew due to God’s unselfish love
By way of Christ His son’s anointing crucified blood
Author–Me
That is lovely, K…thank you.
🙂❤
Thank you
Disclaimer: My poems are works in progress, like housework and yard work, they are never finished, could always be improved…or benefit from BakoCarl’s help…so here goes:
Q Tree stands for QAnon
And so much more:
Questions – the product of
Ancient Socratic irony
Not MSM’s veiled accusations and smears,
But, sincerely posed questions
Answered and not, will pique
Our interest,
Stir us from rest,
Cause us to think and seek,
and to go on….
Quests – the product of
Seeking answers and truth,
We bring light into darkness,
Order to confusion,
An end to chaos, gas-lighting, deception
We find unity, understanding, inspiration,
We grow thoughtful, circumspect
Increase in self-and-other respect.
Quality – the product of
Our single and group’s
Be Best efforts, ideas, even our oops,
Can raise us above the fray
Keep us balanced, above and away
From follies, fails, fools and floops.
Quiet, the product of
Peace, love, truth and good will
These make a harbor, safe and still,
Away from dissonance, uneasiness and strife
Where we find an ancient tree,
A QTree of Life
And Victory!
5/23/19
GA/FL
Just to make sure people know, it is kosher and properly improper to refer to this Tree by it’s too cute by half name….
The PoeTree™
….or, if one wants to be too cute by full measure…..
The PoëTree™ or The PoəTree™.
Other higher orders of too-cuteness are open for debate after the fact, in a subversively conservative way. 😉
Heheh.
You know…I actually thought of the same thing!
😄👍
Because “Poetry Tree” is like phonetically saying ‘tree’ twice.
Poet-tree Tree.
And then, I thought of…Poet-REEEEEE.
🐸🐸🐸🤣
Poet-REEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!
I love it! 😀
Husband is the poet in our house. Here is his version of
“Trump at Bat”
The outlook wasn’t brilliant for the GOP team those days;
the score was agin them, with an election about to play.
And then when Obama polled so well, and Hillary did the same,
a sickly trance fell upon the patrons of the GOP game.
A straggling few quit too discouraged for the quest.
The rest clung to that hope which springs eternal in the human breast;
If only A Strong One could get but a whack at that –
They’d put up large, large money with A Strong One at the bat.
But Romney and Ryan, succeeded McCain and Palin,
and the former were a lulu and the latter were a cave-in
so upon that stricken multitude grim melancholy sat,
for there seemed but little chance of A Strong One coming up to the bat.
But Kasich was the first, to the wonderment of all,
and then Christie, the much despised, swore he’d tear the cover off the ball;
But when the dust had lifted, and the GOP saw what occurred,
There 16 were standing, men and women, all looking a lot like nerds
Then from millions of throats and more there rose a lusty yell;
it rumbled through the valley, it rattled in the dell;
it knocked upon the mountain and recoiled upon the flat,
for A Strong One, a mighty Strong One, was throwing in his hat.
There was ease in the man’s manner as he stepped into his place;
there was pride in the man’s bearing and a smile on his face.
And when, responding to the cheers, he lightly doffed his hat,
no stranger in the crowd could doubt t’was Donald J. Trump beneath that hat.
Ten million eyes were on him as he smoothed his hair in place.
Fifty million tongues applauded at the grin upon his face.
Then while the other sixteen tried to respond with a quip,
Defiance gleamed in Trump’s eye, a sneer curled Donald’s lip.
And now the Kasich attack came hurtling through the air,
and Trump stood a-watching it in haughty grandeur there.
Close by the sturdy builder the barb toward him sped—
“That man eats like a pig,” he fired and “You’re done,” the voters said.
From the benches, full of people, there went up a muffled roar,
like the beating of the storm-waves on a stern and distant shore.
“Jeb’s a bum; Rubio’s a dolt” they shouted from the stands;
and it’s likely they’d have thown bad fruit had not Trump raised his hand.
With a smile of Christian charity so bright his visage shone;
he stilled the rising tumult; he bade the race go on;
he signaled to the crowd, and once more the voices flew a’flutter;
but Trump he just nodded as they shouted and said: “Not one those left –they’ll melt like butter.”
“There all Frauds” cried the millions of supporters “Frauds, we say frauds;
Yet one scornful look from the Strong One and the audience, well, it was awed.
They saw his face grow stern and cold, they saw his face it would strain,
and they knew that Trump wouldn’t let a single one remain.
The sneer was gone from Trump’s lip, his teeth were clenched and straight;
He gives them all a favored label and with that he sealed their fates.
And now there is one last one standing so short behind the podium.
He knows not what to do; his voice sounds like an accordian,
Oh, somewhere in his favored land the sun is shining bright;
the band is playing somewhere, and somewhere hearts are light,
and somewhere men are laughing, and somewhere children shout;
but there was no joy in Texas — for Ted Cruz too had dropped out.
Oh wow! I love this! 👆
😃😄👍
Well done!
So…I guess we can count your husband as a Trump Supporter.
Haaaa.
He’s more of a Trump fan than me……. wait….. that’s not possible!
Fabulous!
WE WANT MOAR VERSES!!! – husband needs to take us to the election night when Hillrotten had to concede!
See there, I’ll have to motivate him.
Wonder what would happen if we put Bakocarl, GA/Fl and all you guys in the same room.
I am not that good of a poet BC but I try even with my misspelling 🙁
Simple Living
The morning dew has lifted
I embrace the day it foretells
The story of a life lived
I leave behind
The life lived formed me
It brought me thus far
Today is a new beginning
I birthed anew this dawn
It lift’s up my spirit
To greet this new day
Awaiting what ever it gifts to me
Birth and death repeats each day
(Author Singingsoul)
Caring
There is a song of old
Music of the heart I am told.
Friendship, laughter love and all
Caring and sharing a human call.
To be bitter causes jitters
For sure, it closes the heart’s door.
Forgive yourself and others
To open the door that matters.
Be still and listen.
Hear the universal song.
Love thyself and others.
To love like God,
Is the essence of the heart.
Friendship, laughter love and all
Caring is a human call.
(SS)
I’m not a poet, and this is not original, but I thought I might get away with dropping it here. Every year, as I get older, it speaks more clearly to me. I feel like I’m almost to the point I might have written it.
AS I PASS through my incarnations in every age and race,
I make my proper prostrations to the Gods of the Market Place.
Peering through reverent fingers I watch them flourish and fall,
And the Gods of the Copybook Headings, I notice, outlast them all.
We were living in trees when they met us. They showed us each in turn
That Water would certainly wet us, as Fire would certainly burn:
But we found them lacking in Uplift, Vision and Breadth of Mind,
So we left them to teach the Gorillas while we followed the March of Mankind.
We moved as the Spirit listed. They never altered their pace,
Being neither cloud nor wind-borne like the Gods of the Market Place,
But they always caught up with our progress, and presently word would come
That a tribe had been wiped off its icefield, or the lights had gone out in Rome.
With the Hopes that our World is built on they were utterly out of touch,
They denied that the Moon was Stilton; they denied she was even Dutch;
They denied that Wishes were Horses; they denied that a Pig had Wings;
So we worshipped the Gods of the Market Who promised these beautiful things.
When the Cambrian measures were forming, They promised perpetual peace.
They swore, if we gave them our weapons, that the wars of the tribes would cease.
But when we disarmed They sold us and delivered us bound to our foe,
And the Gods of the Copybook Headings said: “Stick to the Devil you know.”
On the first Feminian Sandstones we were promised the Fuller Life
(Which started by loving our neighbour and ended by loving his wife)
Till our women had no more children and the men lost reason and faith,
And the Gods of the Copybook Headings said: “The Wages of Sin is Death.”
In the Carboniferous Epoch we were promised abundance for all,
By robbing selected Peter to pay for collective Paul;
But, though we had plenty of money, there was nothing our money could buy,
And the Gods of the Copybook Headings said: “If you don’t work you die.”
Then the Gods of the Market tumbled, and their smooth-tongued wizards withdrew
And the hearts of the meanest were humbled and began to believe it was true
That All is not Gold that Glitters, and Two and Two make Four
And the Gods of the Copybook Headings limped up to explain it once more.
As it will be in the future, it was at the birth of Man
There are only four things certain since Social Progress began.
That the Dog returns to his Vomit and the Sow returns to her Mire,
And the burnt Fool’s bandaged finger goes wabbling back to the Fire;
And that after this is accomplished, and the brave new world begins
When all men are paid for existing and no man must pay for his sins,
As surely as Water will wet us, as surely as Fire will burn,
The Gods of the Copybook Headings with terror and slaughter return!
I should probably have dedicated it to AOC, with a further message: “I don’t know, I’ve never kippled.”
Cool.
That’s a classic, Coothie.
😁👍
It took me years to figure out I can find a nourishing silence that is alive anyplace even among foes.
The Tree is a place that nourishes and does not drain energy.
Silence
Silence is not silent
It is alive
It speaks
You are to busy
Shutting it out
Too busy to see
It is waiting
For you
You are out
Surrounded by noise
Escaping the silence
You
Out in the world
It is waiting
For you
Silence
The universe is alive
In you
(SS)
Poem Favorites
These have spoken powerfully to me over the years.
Love-Joy
George Herbert
As on a window late I cast mine eye,
I saw a vine drop grapes with J and C
Annealed on every bunch. One standing by
Asked what it meant. I (who am never loath
To spend my judgement) said, It seemed to me
To be the body and the letters both
Of Joy and Charity . Sir, you have not missed,
The man replied; it figures JESUS CHRIST .
——
Two by Frost:
BEREFT
Where had I heard this wind before
Change like this to a deeper roar?
What would it take my standing there for,
Holding open a restive door,
Looking down hill to a frothy shore?
Summer was past and the day was past.
Sombre clouds in the west were massed.
Out on the porch’s sagging floor,
Leaves got up in a coil and hissed,
Blindly struck at my knee and missed.
Something sinister in the tone
Told me my secret must be known:
Word I was in the house alone
Somehow must have gotten abroad,
Word I was in my life alone,
Word I had no one left but God.
LODGED
“The rain to the wind said,
You push and I’ll pelt.’
They so smote the garden bed
That the flowers actually knelt,
And lay lodged–though not dead.
I know how the flowers felt.”
———
Three by Dickinson:
Look back on time with kindly eyes,
He doubtless did his best;
How softly sinks his trembling sun
In human nature’s west!
—
We never know how high we are
Till we are called to rise;
And then, if we are true to plan,
Our statures touch the skies—
The Heroism we recite
Would be a daily thing,
Did not ourselves the Cubits warp
For fear to be a King—
—
“Hope” is the thing with feathers –
That perches in the soul –
And sings the tune without the words –
And never stops – at all –
And sweetest – in the Gale – is heard –
And sore must be the storm –
That could abash the little Bird
That kept so many warm –
I’ve heard it in the chillest land –
And on the strangest Sea –
Yet – never – in Extremity,
It asked a crumb – of me.
———
Two by Hopkins
Pied Beauty
GLORY be to God for dappled things—
For skies of couple-colour as a brinded cow;
For rose-moles all in stipple upon trout that swim;
Fresh-firecoal chestnut-falls; finches’ wings;
Landscape plotted and pieced—fold, fallow, and plough; 5
And áll trádes, their gear and tackle and trim.
All things counter, original, spare, strange;
Whatever is fickle, freckled (who knows how?)
With swift, slow; sweet, sour; adazzle, dim;
He fathers-forth whose beauty is past change: 10
Praise him.
God’s Grandeur
THE WORLD is charged with the grandeur of God.
It will flame out, like shining from shook foil;
It gathers to a greatness, like the ooze of oil
Crushed. Why do men then now not reck his rod?
Generations have trod, have trod, have trod; 5
And all is seared with trade; bleared, smeared with toil;
And wears man’s smudge and shares man’s smell: the soil
Is bare now, nor can foot feel, being shod.
And for all this, nature is never spent;
There lives the dearest freshness deep down things; 10
And though the last lights off the black West went
Oh, morning, at the brown brink eastward, springs—
Because the Holy Ghost over the bent
World broods with warm breast and with ah! bright wings.
———
The Second Coming
W. B. Yeats, 1865 – 1939
Turning and turning in the widening gyre
The falcon cannot hear the falconer;
Things fall apart; the centre cannot hold;
Mere anarchy is loosed upon the world,
The blood-dimmed tide is loosed, and everywhere
The ceremony of innocence is drowned;
The best lack all conviction, while the worst
Are full of passionate intensity.
Surely some revelation is at hand;
Surely the Second Coming is at hand.
The Second Coming! Hardly are those words out
When a vast image out of
Spiritus Mundi
Troubles my sight: somewhere in sands of the desert
A shape with lion body and the head of a man,
A gaze blank and pitiless as the sun,
Is moving its slow thighs, while all about it
Reel shadows of the indignant desert birds.
The darkness drops again; but now I know
That twenty centuries of stony sleep
Were vexed to nightmare by a rocking cradle,
And what rough beast, its hour come round at last,
Slouches towards Bethlehem to be born?
MOAR FROST
A PRAYER IN SPRING
Oh, give us pleasure in the flowers to-day;
And give us not to think so far away
As the uncertain harvest; keep us here
All simply in the springing of the year.
Oh, give us pleasure in the orchard white,
Like nothing else by day, like ghosts by night;
And make us happy in the happy bees,
The swarm dilating round the perfect trees.
And make us happy in the darting bird
That suddenly above the bees is heard,
The meteor that thrusts in with needle bill,
And off a blossom in mid air stands still.
For this is love and nothing else is love,
The which it is reserved for God above
To sanctify to what far ends He will,
But which it only needs that we fulfil.
TO EARTHWARD
Love at the lips was touch
As sweet as I could bear;
And once that seemed too much;
I lived on air
That crossed me from sweet things,
The flow of – was it musk
From hidden grapevine springs
Down hill at dusk?
I had the swirl and ache
From sprays of honeysuckle
That when they’re gathered shake
Dew on the knuckle.
I craved strong sweets, but those
Seemed strong when I was young;
The petal of the rose
It was that stung.
Now no joy but lacks salt
That is not dashed with pain
And weariness and fault;
I crave the stain
Of tears, the aftermark
Of almost too much love,
The sweet of bitter bark
And burning clove.
When stiff and sore and scarred
I take away my hand
From leaning on it hard
In grass and sand,
The hurt is not enough:
I long for weight and strength
To feel the earth as rough
To all my length.
FIRE AND ICE
Some say the world will end in fire,
Some say in ice.
From what I’ve tasted of desire
I hold with those who favor fire.
But if it had to perish twice,
I think I know enough of hate
To say that for destruction ice
Is also great
And would suffice.
Thank yo for sharing beautiful poems by masters. They were masters who beautifully connected words to the heart. The mastery of language is profound to me and I wish I could. My admiration for the great poets of all times is endless.
I love Frost and Dickinson – because they take simple English words and make them profound/deep/astounding.
A Morning Surprise
A doe graced my garden path
Unsure,
In watchful posture
Her brown coat sheen in the sun
Glistening like bourbon on ice.
Her frame so lean and elegant
Moved carefully with each step
She looked at me with searching eyes
Studied for a moments breath.
I past the test as neither friend or foe.
The doe proceeded without fear
Along the Garden path
I carefully to the door
(SS)
Such a beautiful place this Q 🌳and now poet reeeeeeee!
Heheh.
Glad you like it, Kalbren!
😌😊
Adding bakocarl’s latest (and in its FRESH composition). 😀
Have a joyful and thankful Memorial Day, all!
-W
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The Journey
A man looked at our country and saw the dark days;
Liberty and justice all gone by the ways.
Our spirit was smothered, our faith was put down,
Our families suffered as the jobs left our towns.
He knew hope remained, but soon would be gone.
He knew he could help; a task he’d take on.
“Our country’s been good to me. I’ll answer this call.
I’ll stand in the gap and then rebuild the wall.”
He’d leave what he knew and set himself to the chore
To restore our great country and do even more.
He’d give of himself and not for power or fame,
But all for our country, and our country’s name.
He left his happy home, his children and wife
To travel this road and fix our country’s strife.
The Traveler strode along his road of fate,
And saw a long wall and in it, two gates.
The Gatekeeper stood, in a small narrow yard,
His visage was grim and he was lean and hard.
The Traveler spoke, “I’ve come a long way.”
“Can you tell me which gate I’m to use today?”
The Gatekeeper said in a gruff, gravelly voice
“It’s your destination, so it must be your choice.”
“But there are two gates,” the Traveler said,
“I can’t see the road, or what lies ahead.”
The Gatekeeper said “I can show you the road,”
“But the choice will be yours, which way to go.”
The first gate was grand, it was tall and wide;
Set with pearls and gold, a monument to pride.
An inscription above, not just one, but two,
“Enter ye worthy men.” and “To thyself be true.”
The Gatekeeper said “Come over and see.”
“This way is beautiful. I think you’ll agree.”
The Traveler approached and looked down the way
At trees, a brook, and a long green fairway.
A broad, smooth road wound lazily away,
And a breeze, puffy clouds, made a beautiful day.
The people, he saw, walked toward the low hills;
The men dressed richly, women gaily, with frills.
He saw on a table, to the side of the road,
A huge feast was placed, a sight to behold.
He wasn’t quite sure, but thought he could hear
Soft music playing and calling “Come here.”
The Gatekeeper spoke, with words rather gruff
“You’ve seen what you need. You’ve seen enough.”
“Come over this way, come over and see,”
“Have a look where the second gate will lead.”
The Traveler came near and peered close to look
At a small dirty gate in a small dirty nook.
The second gate was drab and really quite low.
He must stoop down before he could go.
Above the small door, a few words were spread;
“The last will be first.” was all that it said.
The Traveler bent down and peered through the door
At a few dying bushes, dirty weeds, nothing more.
The path was narrow with holes, mud and rocks,
Further on, small bushes with broken off tops.
The scene was so bleak and the sky was so gray,
Yet a voice of hope whispered through the dismay.
Three men wearily marched with two drums and a fife,
One limping, two bandaged, barely clinging to life.
Another came by, bloody uniform in rags,
Cradling gently in his arms a muddy, torn flag.
He was helped by two women; one’s torch lit the way.
Another, blind, held scales; they trudged slowly away.
A small family appeared, starving, almost dead,
But a man shared his meal, a small fish, some bread.
All were so weary, some rested, and some prayed.
There were a few children, but none of them played.
Then the Traveler spoke, “It’s this way I’ll go.”
“The small gate’s the way. I can help, I know.”
The Traveler passed through and looked all around.
The Gatekeeper watched, but didn’t make a sound.
The Traveler reached out; took the hand of a child.
The Gatekeeper stood up, and then slowly he smiled.
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Link:
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2019/05/26/dear-maga-20190526-open-topic/comment-page-1/#comment-157858
A message from bakocarl to Patrick Henry Censored (PHC) before PHC went off to hospice:
As Text:
bakocarl
May 29, 2019 at 19:14
As you know, PHC, God is with you and He will carry you when you are unable to walk.
You won’t go gentle in that good night,
But willingly, willingly into God’s Light.
See the conversation here:
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2019/05/29/dear-maga-20190529-open-topic/comment-page-3/#comment-160489
This is a prayer/poem from our beloved friend, Patrick Henry Censored [PHC]:
…………………………………….
The time has come for me to fly…………
Bowed head, but not goodbye.
This Treeper’s prayer for your well being, each day
Hoping you’ll take care of one another, in every way
Until that time we meet again
Share in His love, that never ends.
God Bless
~ PHC
………………………………………….
He posted it on his Gravatar for a time, but it is no longer there.
So I am sorry, but there is no link to it.
Speaking of PHC – I wrote a poem on 05/30/2019 – entitled ‘Prayer for Patrick’ on CTH – with all that has happened OT – I am not sure I can retrieve a link – anyway – is it ok if I post it here – or should I post it on the Open Thread – Please advise – Thanks!
Please feel free to post it here, Duchess.
That would be great!
😊
Ok, thanks, wheatie! Hope y’all like it –
Oopsey – spastic finger syndrome – S/B 05/30/2019
PRAYER FOR PATRICK
We prayed for you and for many others
For Fathers, Mothers, Sisters, and Brothers
God knows our hearts hurting deep down inside
Where the Spirit of God came to reside.
We cling to you with every ounce of strength
You cannot imagine how or to what length
We have felt your pain and struggled with you
At times – at odds – with what we can do.
If we could we would share to give you relief
We would set aside our needs even our grief
We would take your place each one in turn
It is for your comfort and peace we yearn.
What makes you so special above all the rest
What did you give that made you one of the best
Why do we feel close as if you were near
What makes this all so hard Oh Brother Dear?
Some have expressed what they love about you
Some are tongue-tied and they haven’t a clue
For all you have given to each one of us
We cannot possibly return a truss.
Please do not be sad for who you leave behind
Think happy thoughts as you keep us in mind
Remember the days when the sun shone bright
The times you have done well and made it right.
Remember the day when your love you met
When you first kissed and held her closer yet
The birth of your first child who breathed in life
Even those times like now struggling in strife.
You have earned your comfort, semblance of peace
God is giving you a gift where the pain will cease
You might slip in and out or fly high in the sky
So enjoy and do not wonder what when or why.
We will miss your presence with us on this blog
We could dedicate a page and try not to clog
We could continue to pray for good things to be
For you, your family, and for all to see.
There is something you must do before you leave
Promise us that you will not cease to believe
Promise us you will call out loudly to Him
To fill you with His Spirit up to the brim!
05/30/2016
This is lovely, Duchess.
Very nicely said.
Thanks – I am a novice – nothing compared to carl – so I appreciate your kind words.
No 2nd fiddle needed here, Duchess. Some types of poetry are about expressing your feelings so that others can not only understand, but experience your thoughts and emotions also. You have accomplished that end result perfectly. I too, inexplicably, feel deeply about PHC’s situation. Quite unusual for me. Particularly, since I am convinced he is going to a place where the love will be overwhelming and the wonders never cease.
Bakocarl’s latest poem inspired me to come and take another peek at the poetry tree. So many fun and inspiring additions have appeared since I first looked at it.
A fairly recent conversation I had with a relative who teaches at a private school made me aware that Common Core does NOT teach any poetry. She, however being in a private school, could and did teach a unit on poetry. Poetry can be a window to one’s soul, and perhaps that’s why it’s been intentionally ignored.
Yes – the CONSPIRACY of Common Core is truly an outrage.
From bakocarl today…..
*****
bakocarl
June 8, 2019 at 14:29
The Q Tree – Welcome
Welcome to The Q Tree. Please come right in.
We know what it’s like, out there where you’ve been.
Liberals everywhere, all wanting control;
Their fear, hate and lies clutch at your soul.
You’ve walked the long path down to our tree,
But you’re safe now in our community.
We’ve come together with similar minds –
To free expression, we’re all inclined.
We don’t need Big Brother giving commands,
Telling what to say, and what is banned.
We want to be governed by a gentle hand,
Always of, by and for the common man.
Wolfie and the few who run this place
Are always glad to see a new smiling face.
We birds in the branches welcome you, too,
Hoping you’ll become part of our crew.
In our Parler, you’ll be safe from the storm,
Sitting by the fire, all comfy and warm.
But, perhaps, you’ll want to feel more free,
Perched high on a branch in our growing tree.
Wherever you sit, we’d like your views,
Your honest thoughts about what’s in the news.
We’re here to listen, and hopefully well,
To all the opinions that you want to tell.
We’ll learn from you and, perhaps, you from us,
From the different views that we will discuss.
For sure, it won’t happen that we all agree;
There are many types of birds perched in our tree.
But, agree or not, you’re welcome here,
Where we’re mostly friendly birds of good cheer.
In time, we may enjoy one of life’s dividends,
Chatting in our branches, together, as friends.
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This one appeared on today’s special Pentecost Daily Thread!
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2019/06/09/dear-maga-20190609-open-topic/comment-page-1/#comment-169470
A FATHER’S LOVE
God, Our Father, in His Heavenly Realm
Our earthly father at home takes the helm
In both – lies His great almighty strength
For each – in His way goes to any length
To provide not just for our earthly needs
With love – daily He spiritually feeds.
What greater gift could Our Father give
To support us firmly so we can live
What greater love could the Father show
To guide us through this life to know
What lives in His heart for us each day
To bless us abundantly in every way.
His Spirit is amplified in our earthly father
Who guides – delineates – like a swather
Separating and organizing to help make sense
Of this wayward world – make recompense
We would be lost without His Spirit guide
We would quickly die outside and inside.
Protector, provider, and guider is he
Whom God has given here to thee
Thank Him for your father today
Thank Him profusely in every way
The earthly one who made us feel secure
Only God knows what he had to endure.
The example God gave us of a man’s love
A blessing that could only come from above
His strength upon which we depend
His love for us that knows no end
The sacrifice he made so that we could be
Upheld and secure in the stormy sea.
Today is the day we honor that man
Who struggled to give all that he can
So that we might have a life secure
A home, a hearth, and love for sure
We give thanks to the Father above
For our earthly father’s unselfish love.
Thank You, Dad, for the love you gave
From the first light of life to the grave
Reap the rewards of a job well done
When your earthly life is finally gone
Rest in peace In your Heavenly home
Never again will this earth you roam!
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2019/06/16/dear-maga-20190616-open-topic/
Not posted anywhere – written 08/02/2019
DEAR LORD JESUS
We gather together – to acknowledge You
All honor and reverence is Yours – it’s true
Faith will guide our way in works for others
Our prayers for our sisters and our brothers.
We offer the first fruits of every day
The Spirit of God there guiding our way
To bless those in trouble and in turmoil
The deeds of the devil we plan to foil.
Our thinking – our actions – if flawed
These can separate us from our God
Anger and selfishness will do us in
If we judge others – that leads to sin.
The seven deadly are ones to avoid
They cause dissension and love is destroyed
Pride, greed, lust, wrath, gluttony, envy, sloth
Lead only to trouble and leave us loath.
Our lives are given to serve You, Lord
The wages of sin we cannot afford
Nothing in this world is worth having
Nor should You have taken a lashing.
The virtuous man stands tall and will gain
The flowers of Faith, Hope, and Love deign
Of justice, fortitude, and temperance feign
When man uses pride over others to reign.
Faith and Grace will keep us from error
From hurtful words and lies and terror
The devil attacks when we least expect
Through someone we might least suspect.
Forgiveness is the key to break the bond
Between the devil and the person spawned
Disparagement and abatement destroy love
Decimate affection from God above.
Jesus, My Love, you know what to do
When there is division and derision too
Send forth Your Spirit to quell the divide
There is nowhere to run – nowhere to hide.
Send Warrior Angels into battle please
To defeat his minions with strength and ease
Dispense to dry places from whence they came
Never return – to cause sorrow and shame.
God Will Guide
There was a time when I didn’t know
Which way to turn or how far to go.
But then I looked deep into God’s Word
And read some things that I’d never heard.
I read of straight paths and armor to wear,
The need to be still and the power of prayer,
To do justice and to love mercy
And walk with God, ever so humbly.
To love my God with my mind and heart,
And loving my neighbors is doing my part;
To acknowledge God in all that I do,
Any task at hand, He’ll see me through.
To be patient and kind, humble, not proud,
And worship my God in silence or aloud;
Knowing that His love for me won’t cease
Fills me with joy and calms me with peace.
I’m still not certain of which way to turn,
But reading God’s Word, I surely did learn
To turn to God each and every day,
And have faith in Him to guide my way.
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2019/10/14/dear-kmag-20191014-open-thread/#comment-279970
Thank you, Carl!
😊🥰
Please feel free to add more of your fine work to this thread!
The Graveyard Shift
As I was trollin’ late one night,
Just screwin’ with minds as I might,
I stumbled onto The Q Tree.
Now, I thought, this is just for me.
I’ll mess their minds a little while
With clever words and artful guile,
Then leave them all in such a mess
That they’ll cry “Mommy!” in distress.
So I crept in to ply my trade
And throw some skillful late night shade.
Oh, so easy they’re bumbling chumps;
Those drooling fools all support Trump.
I’ll make some posts just bidin’ my time
To lure them in with words sublime,
Then when they think I’m on their side,
I’ll strike and leave them petrified.
Now, here it comes, I’m gettin’ close,
Ready to post my hateful dose.
There! It’s done! I’ve ruined their day.
They’ll rue this time I came their way.
But wait, what’s this that I now see?
There’s a wolf hiding in The Tree!
Hiding behind branch, leaf and bud
With big, white fangs a-dripping blood.
They slash and gnash and bite real deep.
Alas! I’m doomed, now I must creep
Back to my cellar in my chair
And cry for mommy’s loving care.
Now, there’s a moral to this tale
For future trolls if they assail
The Q Tree with the friends of Trump,
To all beware lest they be chumps.
There’s a grave shift late at night
That settles in when there’s no light.
You don’t see them, but they’re there,
Lurking in their leafy lairs.
Big birds with beaks that rip and tear;
Talons that gouge lest you beware.
Mean old birds with caustic tongues,
To breach your throat, rip out a lung.
They wait and watch for any trolls
To eat their brains and steal their souls.
So, trolls beware, if fun you crave,
The Q Tree is your early grave.
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2019/06/01/dear-maga-20190601-open-topic/comment-page-1/#comment-162623
For Duchess
I had planned a poem or two
To start this thread with some wordplay.
But now I must change the subject
For the happenings of today.
The time has come, someone once said,
To think and write of other things;
Of dear friends and their memories,
And of the joyful times they bring.
We were sitting, perched in our tree,
Discussing details of the coup,
Trying to think of the future,
As the promise of justice grew.
As we talked, we heard the sounds
Of footsteps coming down our way.
Some leaves crinkled and some twigs snapped,
But who would be coming this day?
The sounds grew closer in our wood,
With some small glimpses here and there.
Someone, for sure, was on their way
To our peaceful, green-enrobed lair.
On the far side of our clearing,
A slight figure came into view,
Picking her way through the tall grass,
As closer and closer she drew.
The way she stood, the way she walked,
There was something familiar here
That, as yet, remained elusive
Until she finally drew near.
A large pack bulged upon her back,
Filled with God’s blessings for us all,
As our joyous, heartfelt welcomes
Flowed with the memories recalled.
O frabjous day! Callooh! Callay!
Our Duchess has found us at last!
Duchess with her verse of the day,
And wit and wisdom unsurpassed.
The sun shines golden on our tree,
Some small clouds drift, puffy and white.
A slow breeze stirs the dark green leaves,
And Qbirds sing with our delight.
Welcome Duchess, we’ve missed you here.
We’re so happy you’ve found our pack.
QTreeps cheer and sing with joy, and
Wolfie performs the futterwack.
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
We’d be remiss unless we give
Our special thanks to PHC.
Though in very dire circumstance,
You brought our Duchess to our tree.
Thank you, PHC.
Posted 3 Jun 2019
OH, MY!!!
I opened The Q Tree this morning
And what did I see?
A poem from Carl and Oh, Lord
‘Twas written ’bout me!
And now I have a nickname
And a picture to go forthwith
Oh, Lord I’ll ne’er be the same
And that, Dear Lord, is no myth!
You know Carl, Oh Lord
You gave him a special pen
You gifted him with the Word
Made him stand out among men!
Many a verse he has crafted
About men and women and You
In politics he has drafted
The worst of the worst tis true!
But today, I find myself giggling
As I read each verse come to be
While in my chair I am wiggling
Through my words he has captured me!
God Bless You Real Good, Dear Carl
For blessing me this day
How can I thank for sending a smile
A tribute and a shout out my way!
God has given you a gift
A talent you share with us all
One that gives us all a lift
It is how you answer His call!
I am humbled, Carl – Thank You!!!
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2019/10/21/dear-kmag-20191021-open-topic/comment-page-1/#comment-286372
Duchess Thumps!!!
Duchess is a Thumper, ‘twas said loud and clear.
‘Course, we all know Duchess . . . we’re glad she’s here:
Proclaiming God’s Word with the Verse of the Day,
Posting Daily Blessings to brighten our way.
Always thankful for blessings received,
And for prayers answered . . . God’s will achieved.
Praying for babies, God’s gift in the womb;
For them and children, heaven has much room.
Praying for others, that they knock on the Door
For Christ’s salvation, His peace, and more.
There is no better blessing to receive
Than that of faith, for we must first believe.
With good will to QTreeps, it’s well understood
That we’ll often hear “God Bless You Real Good!!!”
And for our efforts, we know she cares,
When we receive an “Amen goes right there!”
Day after day and year after year,
Duchess has wisdom we all need to hear.
Presenting The Way in a clear, strong voice:
Will it be life or death . . . we must make that choice!
One day in the future, when Duchess comes home,
The angels will sing, for Duchess is known.
She’ll be met with these words from God’s Son:
“Good and faithful servant, welcome! Well done!”
So . . . Duchess Thumps!
Well . . . she Rocks, too!!
. . . and God Rules!!!
P.S. –
Bible Thumper
A person that knows the Bible well and isn’t wishy-washy or politically correct about addressing issues from a biblical perspective.
When confronted with an issue that is addressed in God’s Word, the person may often respond with a Bible verse or parable to help put the issue in biblical perspective and present understanding and a way to address the solution that is in accordance with God’s perspective as written in the Bible.
Of course, there are numerous definitions of Bible Thumper used by unbelievers to denigrate Bible-centered Christians who view and use the truth and wisdom of the Bible as their guide, applicable to a large variety of situations occurring in life.
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2019/10/21/dear-kmag-20191021-open-topic/comment-page-1/#comment-286372
HOME AND LOVE
Just Home and Love! the words are small
Four little letters unto each;
And yet you will not find in all
The wide and gracious range of speech
Two more so tenderly complete:
When angels talk in Heaven above,
I’m sure they have no words more sweet
Than Home and Love.
Just Home and Love! it’s hard to guess
Which of the two were best to gain;
Home without Love is bitterness;
Love without Home is often pain.
No! each alone will seldom do;
Somehow they travel hand and glove:
If you win one you must have two,
Both Home and Love.
And if you’ve both, well then I’m sure
You ought to sing the whole day long;
It doesn’t matter if you’re poor
With these to make divine your song.
And so I praisefully repeat,
When angels talk in Heaven above,
There are no words more simply sweet
Than Home and Love.
– Robert W. Service
GA/FL
December 31, 2019 at 08:52
May our century’s Twenties Roar – with Trump piloting their beginning!
Roar with Prosperity and Sanity and real Justice for the last decade’s corrupt-ocrats!
As we roar into 2020
The Trump Train arrives with goods aplenty
Ptrump at the throttle and hammer down
Undeterred by evil Corruptocrat Klowns
Greeted at stations by throngs and crowds
America, once more, stands strong and proud
God, country and flag now moved to the fore
Our people, coming together once more
Our economy, now vibrant again
Showing the strength of the workers within
The forgotten men, now fully employed
Rise from poverty to life enjoyed
Unemployment now at record lows
There’s now work for all and room to grow
SNAP rolls cut and poverty is down
The jobs returned to our cities and towns
Foreign trade, once conducted to our shame
But now the Trump Team wins every game
NAFTA, near death, the policy of fools
Will soon be replaced by Trump’s smarter tools
Our military, once left to decay
But now on top, the best any day
Our policies changed from endless wars
To military actions, less not more
Our borders, once porous, sport new walls
Slowing invaders, but not yet all
Drugs and gangs make it through every day
But more get caught and not allowed to stay
Healthcare access up and costs are down
Plans more flexible, a big fraud crackdown
Generic drugs approved, Right to Try, too
VA’s plan gives vets the honor they’re due
Liberal judges, so biased and flawed
Now have to contend with men of the law
Put on courts at an expedited pace
Assuring real laws apply to each case
Dumb Obozo regs tossed into the bin
Oil, gas and pipelines now rise again
Many jobs created, imports dropping fast
Energy independence – here at last!
Although our country is getting well
Recovering from Corruptocrats’ spells
We need a purge of traitors and frauds
To be one people and flag with one God
Looking ahead later on this year
We’ll see the man we hold so dear
Elected again – a landslide, for sure
Our nation’s still sick, but PTrump’s the cure
May God bless President Trump, now, today
And guide him with wisdom along his way
Please keep him safe ‘till his work is through
President Trump and his family, too.
GA/FL January 22, 2020 at 04:59
Pencil neck ain’t all.
Schifty’s got bug eyes,
round baby cheeks,
and aprissy pussy mouth.
from which no truth has ever come.
_ _ _ _ _ _ _
Buggy Popout Eyes
He’s got a prissy pussy mouth
That’s always spewin’ lies
A pencil neck just like a snake
And buggy popout eyes
He’s got round baby cheeks
That attract his kinda guy
With limp wrists, that special walk
And buggy popout eyes
He’s made of pure Schiff
So attractive to flies
And he’s stuffed very full
Hence the buggy popout eyes
His words are so foolish
He’s the opposite of wise
But a big man on campus
In his own buggy eyes
And he’ll use you and abuse you
All the better just to screw you
An evil, little, corrupt man
Plying the evil, corrupt Dimm plan
He makes a bunch of wild claims
All unsupported by the facts
But echoed gladly by the Dimms
In their likely suicide pact
He lies and then he leaks
Then he claims that you do
Then denies your witnesses
Keeping due process from you
Basement Star Chamber, secret plans
Hidin’ facts, tellin’ tall stories
Lookin’ for his 15 minutes
Just a cockroach seekin’ glory
Dimms plan to make Marxists of you
And twistin’ laws is what they do
An evil, corrupt, lyin’ crew
Pushin’ hard to pull off their coup
Why do they go through all this now?
It’s because, for sure, they all know
They’ve wholly lost 2020
With their sad travelin’ clown show
Perhaps a far bigger reason
Why they rant and they rail
Is that they’re obvious traitors
And all are hell-bound for jail
Bull Durham’s out there with his crew
Gettin’ evidence for the court
Truth and justice will win the day
And Dimms get the Graybar Resort
So patriots, now, hold all your lines
Fight the swampy liberal scum
Come the bright dawn, then we win
‘Cause the very best is yet to come!
Posted at:
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2020/01/23/dear-kag-20200123-open-thread/comment-page-1/#comment-370271
A March Snow
Let the old snow be covered with the new:
The trampled snow, so soiled, and stained, and sodden.
Let it be hidden wholly from our view
By pure white flakes, all trackless and untrodden.
When Winter dies, low at the sweet Spring’s feet
Let him be mantled in a clean, white sheet.
Let the old life be covered by the new:
The old past life so full of sad mistakes,
Let it be wholly hidden from the view
By deeds as white and silent as snow-flakes.
Ere this earth life melts in the eternal Spring
Let the white mantle of repentance fling
Soft drapery about it, fold on fold,
Even as the new snow covers up the old.
– Ella Wheeler Wilcox
https://wqth.wordpress.com/2020/03/19/dear-kag-20200319-open-thread/comment-page-2/#comment-433344
Think Ahead
Oh, WuFlu, WuFlu, what’re we to do?
How can we survive when it comes through?
What to do?
Pessimists say that humanity’s done,
With nowhere to hide and nowhere to run
We’re all doomed!
The Clueless say that it’s just the flu
It won’t get me and who cares about you
Just the flu!
Pragmatists say that we’ve got to plan
We can do it if anyone can
Think ahead!
Sanctuary cities, all run by Dimms
Filled by rot and waste right to the brim
Clean ‘em up!
Alien invaders are comin’ in
Bringin’ their diseases with all their kin
Build the wall!
Group gatherings only spread it more
Passed from you to me, an infectious spore
Shut ‘em down!
All the kids at school will spread it around
To the school staff, then it’s homeward bound
Close ‘em now!
People with fevers, we need to find out
If it’s WuFlu , so there is no doubt
Test ‘em all!
Make the test kits reliable and fast
Make ‘em by the millions so that they’ll last
Send ‘em out
Make those test kits available to all
Do it with speed, it’s not the time to stall
Test ‘em now!
Ventilators are needed, thousands more
Put our manufacturers on this chore
Make ‘em now!
People with WuFlu need more than a nurse
Don’t wait to see if it’s gonna get worse
Treat ‘em now!
After they’re cured they’re weak and might shed
Give ‘em time to recuperate in bed
Watch ‘em close!
For those folks who cough, sneeze and spray
Let’s all get masks and wear ‘em today
Wear your mask!
Drugs to kill WuFlu are needed fast
Made in U.S.A., not like in the past
Make ‘em here!
We’ve got approved drugs that now work well
And more coming soon to kill those germ cells
Use ‘em now!
Avoid all crowds and give people space
Stay and home and avoid face-to-face
Isolate!
Don’t go to work when you start to feel sick
And call your doctor, and better call quick
Do it now!
Wear gloves, use wipes and wash your hands
All work together for WuFlu’s last stand
Disinfect!
When all this is over and finally won
We’ll be amazed what Americans have done
We are one!
Praise and thank the Good Lord for His grace
Return to Him now and seek His face
Praise the Lord!
“Chambered Nautilus” by Andrew Wyeth (1956)
SONG
Far wind, old sea-wind, you
That wake me from my dream,
Your soft airs waft to me
Memories of some sea
That I was moving through
Forever, in my dream.
I wake, yet all things seem
So dream-dark, falsely true–
Dark is the night, the dream
Dark, I was moving through.
Oh, what is false, what true?
Oh, that the soft airs blew
A breath from some far sea
To wake me from this dream.
– John Hall Wheelock
The woman in the Wyeth painting was his mother-in-law, Elizabeth James. She had a terminal illness at that time and was mostly bedridden. From where she sat, the sea off the coast of Maine could be seen through the window.
In describing his painting, Wyeth said that the front door was open and a sea breeze was blowing into the bedroom, ruffling the lace fabric on the bed canopy.
More info here:
http://www.andrewwyeth.net/artwork/chambered_nautilus.html
Thank you, Itswoot.
Nice poem…and I love Andrew Wyeth’s work!
😊🥰
A twofer, then!
Thy Will Be Done
Lord I pray to be led to and by you,
My thoughts, my speech, in all that I do
Make my whole life a reflection of Yours.
Lord, straighten my paths and open my doors.
Let my whole will be under Your care,
Guide all my life and guide me in prayer.
Without Your grace I’d have nothing at all,
Nothing but sin and my own shortfalls.
Guide me, I pray, to be closer to You;
Fill me with blessings, not just a few.
Give me the courage to follow Your way,
And the strength to walk it, each day.
Be here beside me through good times and bad,
Along life’s ways, though happy or sad.
And when my journey is finally done,
Let my last thoughts be “Thy will be done.”
~ bakocarl
Thy Will Be Done
The winds shriek and howl and the waters churn,
But we don’t listen. Will we ever learn?
This wicked world seeks wealth, fame and power,
But God owns this day, and this is His hour.
Our Father in Heaven, we turn to You,
For only You know just what to do.
You are our Father who always cares,
And we come to You humbly, with our prayers.
We pray for the safety of those in harm’s way,
Hold them in Your hands through all these days.
We pray for the peace of those who now fear,
Hold them in Your arms. Let them know You’re near.
We pray for Your blessings on those who give aid,
Hold them on Your paths, never to stray.
We pray for Your guidance to those who lead,
Hold them to Your will and care for their needs.
We pray for ourselves, to find when we seek,
That our walk with You be humble and meek.
We pray for our country, that all turn to You
For guidance and blessings in all that we do.
Although we pray for our safety today,
We know that Your will is the only Way.
We know that our sin hinders Your peace,
But when Your Truth triumphs, then sin will cease.
And though we are destined for war and strife,
We look to our future, for You are our Life.
Safety and peace: it’s for those we plead,
But when all’s said and done, it’s revival we need.
May we turn to You for our joy and peace,
For in our blessed future, they will never cease.
We’re not of this world, and so we pray
For Your coming quickly. May this be the day.
Until that day when You come in the clouds,
May we turn to You in throngs and crowds;
But no matter what happens, the things to come,
We pray above all that Thy will be done.
~ bakocarl
Carried this poem over by duchess01 in memory of Wheatietoo, who built this page for us.
WHEATIE – OUR WARRIOR ANGEL
Please forgive us, Wheatie, we did not know
That you had left us with armor in tow
We had no idea with what you dealt
We did not know the pain you felt
And now we can only imagine
With you what really did happen
Cause rarely did you complain
And/or share your personal pain
Of one thing we are most certain
You are flying high behind the curtain
Watching over us above the crowds
Our Warrior Angel above the clouds
Thank You, Wheatie, for caring for us
While you were here among the fuss
We miss you dear you have no idea
Since time began in the pangaea
With you there was no time
In your wisdom you would chime
To clarify and magnify
The what where how and why
We did not question when you left
We were not slightly bereft
But over time we wondered why
You did not at least stop by
Now we know where you have gone
With the break of this new dawn
We could be angry but are not
Tho with an arrow we’ve been shot
Rest peacefully Warrior Angel dear
Send us a sign that you are near
A butterfly a flower a kiss of rain
From your love do not refrain
God sends Angels to watch over us
And now we have an Angel Plus
A Warrior Angel of Magnificence
From today and forward hence
Not sure if the time stamp copy thing worked, so just in case this is on the first page near the bottom of Dear KMAG: 20220627 Joe Biden Didn’t Win ❀ Open Topic / In Memory of Wheatietoo
https://www.theqtree.com/2022/06/27/dear-kmag-20220627-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/comment-page-1/#comment-917138
Beautiful, Para!!! 💔
I just carried it here. Duchess deserves all the credit! 🤗
That makes you the messenger, so thank you!
Made me cry.
::Tears::
Beautiful tribute to our Wheatie. Thank you duchess.
Here’s another one from the internet, from Duchess!
Reference Link:
https://www.theqtree.com/2022/08/21/dear-maga-20220821-open-topic/#comment-947380
H/T SHERWOOD
By a 15-year-old school kid who got an A+ for this entry (TOTALLY AWESOME)!
The Lord’s Prayer is not allowed in most U.S. Public schools any more.
A kid in Minnesota wrote the following NEW School Prayer:
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Now I sit me down in school
Where praying is against the rule
For this great nation under God
Finds mention of Him very odd
If scripture now the class recites,
It violates the Bill of Rights.
And anytime my head I bow
Becomes a Federal matter now
Our hair can be purple, orange or green,
That’s no offense; it’s a freedom scene.
The law is specific, the law is precise.
Prayers spoken aloud are a serious vice
For praying in a public hall
Might offend someone with no faith at all.
In silence alone we must meditate,
God’s name is prohibited by the State.
We’re allowed to cuss and dress like freaks,
And pierce our noses, tongues and cheeks.
They’ve outlawed guns, but FIRST the Bible.
To quote the Good Book makes me liable.
We can elect a pregnant Senior Queen,
And the ‘unwed daddy,’ our Senior King.
It’s ‘inappropriate’ to teach right from wrong.
We’re taught that such ‘judgments’ do not belong.
We can get our condoms and birth controls,
Study witchcraft, vampires and totem poles.
But the Ten Commandments are not allowed,
No word of God must reach this crowd.
It’s scary here I must confess,
When chaos reigns, the school’s a mess.
So, Lord, this silent plea I make:
Should I be shot; My soul please take!
Amen
Where it belongs.
Thankyou Wolf, Duchess. & Wheatie
Scott had to go out and retrieve this on request, so to make sure Scott does not have to be put through this effort again And because it’s an extra nice poem we present.
duchess01
January 15, 2023 at 11:28 am
SETTLE ME, LORD
My heart is rapidly pounding
My state of affairs confounding
I am shaking/quaking beyond belief
Whatever I try I find no relief
Something has disturbed my peace
The turmoil inside just will not cease
My energy level is dangerously low
What it is that is broken I do not know
Nothing should change my resolve
I must fight to defeat delete dissolve
This interruption disruption in my life
Meddling unsettling pedaling strife
Alone in the darkness I tend to shiver
Lacking control I slither and quiver
What is wrong with me I cannot say
But it just keeps on and won’t go away
Settle Me, Lord help me to rest
In this condition I cannot do my best
Whatever it is from it wash me clean
Teach me a lesson from which to glean
Your thought process has brought you here
You gave up your authority my sweet dear
I gave you calming music you listen not
You let ‘it’ control you and you got caught
There is no medicine that can cure ‘it’
There is no formula than can detour ‘it’
I gave you the power to stop this attack
I gave you the means to pick up the slack
Exercise, breathing, and thought control
All of these will again make you whole
Emotional turmoil blocks rational thought
Eliminate it and you will be as you ought
Change your attitude change your life
Positive thinking diminishes strife
Movement replaces emotional confusion
All of ‘it’ is actually an illusion
You can take control and beat your distress
By changing your thoughts eliminate stress
By exercising you switch your concentration
Your physical movement serves as activation
Your shiver and shake ceases to be
Your uncertainty dissolves instantly
Your mind directs your body to move
And your anxiety begins to improve
God gave us the ability to heal mind body spirit
We just need to learn how to clear it not fear it
The body does what the mind commands
It moves it rests it contracts it expands
So it is with emotions as well with control
Our thoughts can trigger disconnect or cajole
Our attitude plays a part in this scenario as well
It is where we decide we are going to dwell
Negative thinking brings about negative outcomes
The opposite is true and to what it succumbs
When we take authority of events in life
We eliminate the stress and the strife
Whatever the problem or issue that disturbs you
It is nothing you and God together cannot subdue
When God enters the situation the solution is clear
You will have eyes to see and ears to hear
So Settle Me, Lord as only You can
Help me to see and perfect Your plan
Take away the illusion of ‘it’
Cleanse me from all and every bit
D01: 01/15/2023
From the same day… https://www.theqtree.com/2023/07/30/dear-maga-20230729-open-topic/#comment-1131141 Also nice and I want to grab a second from 2 days before…the sentiment is shared by all. It’s below this one. “Litter Boxes”
Bakocarol
Simple Pleasures
Where have the simple pleasures gone
That graced past lives so they kept on
That flowered their paths through it all
With mem’ries fond and clear, but small
The times were hard but life went on
Though work days started with the dawn
And work was hard all through the day
Yet simple pleasures came their way
The golden glow of candle light
Songbirds singing with first light
Bottles clinking from the milkman
Eggs crackling in the frying pan
The heady smell of warm dark loam
Quiet minutes alone at home
Time for tea in the afternoon
Moonrise of a big, yellow moon
Hot stew and bread after long days
Thanking God, taking time to praise
Some time to sit by a warm fire
Peace and quiet when you retire
Those simple pleasures still are here
For us to see and smell and hear
Smothered by the craze of our times
As wretched words that ruin rhymes
We need ears that hear, eyes that see
And hearts that feel blessings to be
To rise above the thick dark clouds
That blanket us as evil shrouds
We need to plan to live life slow
To watch the seedlings as they grow
Treasure each flower as it appears
To bring us thoughts that bring us cheer
These simple pleasures, gifts from God
May make us smile or leave us awed
But way down deep they work to say
“Come and enjoy. God made this day.”
https://www.theqtree.com/2023/07/28/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20230728/#comment-1130494
Bakocarol
Litter Boxes
Litter boxes full of Senators
Litter boxes full of stinky poop
Litter boxes full of feckless Reps
Litter boxes all the same
Litter boxes full of Bidens
In the White House all insane
And they’re all made of stinky poop
And they’re Democrats by their name
And the dumb Libs in those boxes
All went to their dumb Lib schools
Where they ate only stinky poop
And they came out all the same
And there’s lawyers who hate the law
And doctors who lie and steal
And judges who say wrong is right
As the cities burn and FIB kneels
And they all love to be in power
And party ‘till the booze is gone
And they all sniff little children
As their boys all put dresses on
And their girls all wear nose rings
Like pink pigs with purple hair
And they’re all made of stinky poop
And all Democrats are the same
The corrupt FIBs put patriots
Into cold, dark, prison cells
The Libs all hate our country
And they all walk on our flag
They perversely flaunt their pride
While none live with God as Guide
And all will hear on Judgment Day
“I never knew you! Go away!”
bakocarl(
bakocarl)Online
August 12, 2023 08:03
Just a poem . . .
Time to Go
As I grow older my time nears to go
I may keep quiet or let you all know
If you find out, then I’ll ask you to pray
But not for more time so that I can stay
But that my going be free from great pain
And that I hold fast to Him who was slain
I’d ask that my exit be time for thought
That you’ll come my way because we’ve been bought
We’re not of this world, and I’m going home
To walk in God’s garden, never to roam
To walk at His side in full joy and peace
To see the wonders that will never cease
We’ll see, after all, our trip is the start
Of being complete, not living in part
Of being whole – what God wants us to be
As we are with Him for eternity
And so as I go, I’ll keep looking up
And being grateful that Christ drank His cup
To pay the price for the victory won
“Praise God forever! May His will be done!”
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Reply
https://www.theqtree.com/2023/08/12/2023%c2%b708%c2%b712-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1137336
The 2020 Election; A Poem
They cheated.
Trump tried.
The courts bailed.
The media lied.
The patriots fought.
The lawyers pled.
The capitol was fraught.
The cowards fled.
Trump saw the light.
The time wasn’t yet.
Though he knew our plight.
He made the safer bet.
To wait for 2024.
To plot and to plan.
To show the Deep State the door.
We know he is the man.
So now we will vote.
Trump’s plan will renew.
The left’s chances are remote.
There’s not much they can do.
https://www.theqtree.com/2023/12/06/dear-kag-20231206-open-thread/#comment-1196278
Bakocarl’s reimagining of Imagine!
https://www.theqtree.com/2023/12/14/dear-maga-open-thread-20231214/#comment-1200141
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Hate crimes and our goverment won’t make a move to stop them. Things will get better, however. Just imagine . . .
Imagine
Imagine we’re in heaven
With joy, to never die
Escaping hell below us
All blest by God on high
Imagine all God’s people
Living in His Way
Imagine all the countries
All kneeling to God, too
All opening Christ’s door
And living lives anew
Imagine all God’s people
Living in His Peace
You may say I’m a dreamer
But I’m not the only one
I hope that soon you’ll join us
To rise when the Lord’s Day comes
Imagine no transgressions
No thoughts of sin in man
No thoughts of greed, no hunger
All living by God’s plan
Imagine all God’s people
Living by His Word
You may say I’m a dreamer
But I’m not the only one
I hope that soon you’ll join us
To rise when the Lord’s Day comes
A poem for Christmas 2023, in part by Bakocarl!
LINK: https://www.theqtree.com/2023/12/24/dear-maga-20231224-open-topic/
A Visit from Christ
Author: Angie Mosteller
‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the earth,
Every creature was stirring, awaiting a birth.
The time for Messiah was certainly near,
The prophets foretold it; the Bible was clear.
From the book of beginnings, the very first sin,
God’s word made it clear how His grace entered in.
Born of a virgin, He’d come as a man.
The Creator among us, the time was at hand.
The stars were arranged to show marvelous things,
Setting Wise Men to journey and find the true King.
Shepherds in Bethlehem gazed on the sky,
Longing to see him, their Lord the Most High.
How could they know that the very next night
An angel of God would speak words of delight?
The Savior was born, it was news of great joy.
In a cloth and a manger they’d find the dear boy.
And a heavenly host would soon join to sing
Of the glory of God and of wonderful things.
He entered creation, set position aside
To show us how deeply His love did abide.
Sin sent us away from our almighty Lord.
He became one of us that we might be restored.
He’s the Prince of our Peace; He’s the one who makes whole.
He is Wisdom Incarnate, a Shepherd of Souls.
He’s the Author of Life; He’s the Ruler of All.
He can offer salvation, on His name we call.
The shepherds and Wise Men would bow to adore
Holy God among men, our greatest reward.
All glory and honor is due to this King.
Let all join in worship; let every tongue sing.
Jesus is Lord, all creation proclaims.
He’s the first and last, He’s always the same.
History turned on the first Christmas day,
When God became man in a humble display.
As we think of the manger in which He was laid,
Let our hearts welcome Him to the world He made!
(more by bc)
Our Messiah arrived, and blest by God’s Dove,
He gave us Himself to show us God’s love.
The deaf now hear and the blind now see,
The burdened unyoked, the slaves are set free.
Mute tongues shout for joy, the lame leap high,
Living waters gush forth. Free. Not to buy.
Wonderful, Counselor, The mighty God,
The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
Our Messiah has come! So what did men do?
They put Him on trial and scourged Him, too.
They nailed Him to a cruel cross of wood;
This Man of Peace, perfect Love and true Good.
They mocked Him as He hung, struggling for breath,
The only relief would be granted by death.
“Father, forgive them;” now close to death’s knell,
And when He died, God forgave us as well.
A highway appeared, it’s called The Way;
For us who use it, not a one will stray.
Only the redeemed will be walking there,
In robes of pure white, with no sins to bear.
We’ll come to God, all singing His praise,
With everlasting peace for all our days.
Gladness and joy, golden crowns on each head,
Ours forever by the blood that Christ shed.
All glory to God, our Father on High,
Who gifted us faith so we’d never die.
Glory, majesty, dominion and power,
All to our God through eternity’s hours.
And so we rejoice, our Savior was born
To die for our sins, not that we should mourn.
But all, with great joy, celebrate the day
That God gave us Life, and showed us the Way.
A poem on New Year’s Eve:
‘Tis now come, the eve of the New Year,
To urge us forward with hopes held high,
To live out our lives full of good cheer,
And with strong faith as God’s Day draws nigh.
This New Year could be much like the old,
For there’s nothing new under the sun.
So with strength in our souls, let’s be bold,
And run the race ‘till our prize is won.
https://www.theqtree.com/2023/12/31/dear-maga-20231231-open-topic/#comment-1208762
COUNT IT ALL JOY
At daybreak, God coaxes you out of your sleep;
At first light, God’s blessings you’ll surely reap;
As His love surrounds you, arise in awe;
From His bountiful harvest you will draw!
In silence, thoughts of God will fill your mind;
His presence in you – know God has defined;
Open your heart and receive His great love;
His grace and His blessing sent from above!
Sing unto God – Sing a new song today;
As His Spirit indwells – shows you the way;
Praise Him – oh, Praise Him with all of your heart;
From you, He promised He would not depart!
Draw from His strength – as He dwells within you;
Without Him, there is – nothing – you can do;
Give Him this day – your sorrow and pain;
Repent of your sins – please do not refrain!
Tell Him you love Him – and thank Him outright;
For all that He does – what He brings to light;
For a smile – a kind word – encouragement, too;
For what He accomplishes through me and you!
Count it all joy – raise your voice strong in song;
Be grateful – be joyful – to Him you belong;
Your sorrows – your happiness – give it to Him;
And His Spirit – will fill your heart to the brim!
Rely on Him – do nothing – without His consent;
In your prayer – be mindful He’s omnipresent;
Give Him this day your acceptance and pray;
You can count it all joy at the end of the day!
D01: 7/20/2013
Posted by Duchess here on 01/07/2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/01/07/dear-maga-20240107-open-topic/#comment-1212691
Sidewalk Chalk
H/T Valerie Curren
Sidewalk Chalk, God’s Word on the street,
Spreading The Truth to traveling feet.
Seen by all who may walk that way;
Manna from heaven in full display.
Food for thought and great blessings, too,
From precious words that Angels drew.
Messages for souls, speaking to hearts,
Call to all with New Life to impart.
Oh, that the world would walk by and see,
And read and believe to be set free
To live their lives holding Christ’s hand,
Bathed in His love, and living God’s plan.
On one Great Day, when The Trump sounds,
And we depart, bound for Holy Ground,
Those who wrote will hear from God’s Son,
“Come faithful servant, enter, well done.”
Original poem from Bako Carl on 01/07/2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/01/07/dear-maga-20240107-open-topic/#comment-1212718
Be Still
The world rushes by most every day,
And drags us with it in every way.
The hustle and bustle, they know no end,
As we waste our lives for money to spend.
Our lives are much more than riches to hold,
Than houses and goods, and silver and gold.
Wealth, power and fame are on the wrong road
And fill up our packs with a sinful load.
The world calls out loudly, “Come. Look and see!”
“All this can be yours if you’ll follow me!”
We feel temptation and we’re all so weak.
Will it hurt much if we just take a peek?
It’s in our nature to stumble and sin,
And has been since birth from our hearts within.
We face temptations all day, ev’ry hour,
But can resist with God’s Spirit’s power.
We must slow down, set our gazes above
To see Holy God, His mercy and love.
Though those around us may think we’re quite odd,
As we stop and be still to know our God.
We can know God now, if only in part,
Though our spirit be crushed with broken heart,
As soon will be here that Glorious Day
When we arise whole, and sin goes away.
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/03/03/dear-maga-20240303-open-topic/#comment-1243501
SHEPHERD OF MY HEART
The Shepherd keeps watch over His flock;
He daily checks hearts – then, He takes stock;
If one has been tempted and led astray;
He pursues and prods lest one slip away!
Carefully crafted by our God are we;
Inside our hearts – He can clearly see;
When we accept Jesus – as Lord of all;
We answer to Jesus – the Shepherd’s call!
Oh, Lord – let me never stray from the flock;
May you always find me when you take stock;
If some day – I should be tempted and stray;
Come after me, Lord – let me not slip away!
You know in my heart – Your Spirit resides;
Be sure in my heart – Your Spirit abides;
I lay at your feet – the trials of the day;
Shepherd of my Heart – be not far away!
Direct and perfect me in all I do;
Let my labor be blessed – pleasing to You;
Let all that I am and ever will be;
Give Honor and Glory only to Thee!
Whenever I’m stumbling along the way;
Reach out to me – set me upright – I pray;
Separated from You – I pray not to be;
Shepherd of My Heart – stay close to me!
Keeper of this heart of mine – be patient;
For I am but human – sometimes I’m salient;
Not paying attention – distracted am I;
With worldly concerns – in the blink of an eye!
Be the sunlight of my day – a ray of hope;
Help me, Oh Lord – to steadfastly cope;
Be the light of my night – a bright beacon;
The Shepherd of My Heart – my church deacon!
Wash and cleanse me – as I repent today;
Purify me – in Your Word and Your Way;
Let not my sin separate us for long;
Shepherd of my Heart – to You, I belong!
Strengthen me daily – that I may not stray;
Keep me securely in Your arms today;
I trust in You – above all – and I pray;
Shepherd of My Heart – guide my heart today!
D01: 08/01/2013
Posted here by Duchess01 on 17 March 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/03/17/dear-maga-20240317-open-topic/#comment-1250959
A poem from Duchess!
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/03/29/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240329/#comment-1257688
JESUS – WHAT HAVE YOU DONE FOR US
How can we thank You for Your love for us
For what You have suffered – Oh, Sweet Jesus
It began with prayer in the Garden
You sweat tears of blood for our pardon
You taught us acceptance of Father’s will
You taught the importance of prayer still
You displayed how to be a servant of all
How blessed we are if we answer His call
You set out patience and perseverance
Your silence was notable adherence
We cannot imagine the perpetual pain
And all for our eternal life to gain
You exemplified unconditional love
What we struggle to be capable of
With each step to Your final elevation
Each part of You in abject ablation
Sweet Jesus – What have You done for us
Humiliating degradation thus
The agony had to be core complete
For propitiation – our sin to delete
The example of patient perseverance
Is one we must learn for apt adherence
We forget – we complain – of daily woes
You sorely suffered at the hands of Your foes
Our lives in turmoil – our nation in distress
There appears to be no end to the duress
And yet – when we think of Your sacrifice
All that we suffer is naught imprecise
Thus – If we turn the cross into a plus
We see clearly what You have done for us
The love displayed by Your outstretched arms
Anything we suffer – Your love disarms
Thank You, Sweet Jesus, for so loving us
For reopening Heaven – surely a plus
At the end of our lives here on Earth
A glorious reward of wondrous worth
D01: 04/07/2023
From bakocarl
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/03/31/dear-maga-20240331-open-topic/#comment-1258740
Herod could not kill Him
Although innocents died
Rachel wept in Ramah
Not comforted, she cried
The Jews could not stone Him
As they scoffed at His words
They would rather throw stones
And their ears never heard
Satan could not win Him
Though he tried different ways
“I’ll worship God only
For the rest of My days.”
The storm could not drown him
Though the wind and waves roared
Then He said “Peace. Be still.”
And all was calm aboard
Fear could not stop Him
He sweated blood and prayed
God’s will is what mattered
Not the price He would pay
The scourge could not stop Him
Nor the thorns, nor the cross
Nor the nails, nor the spear
Evil claimed gain, but suffered loss
Death could not hold Him
It had lost its bitter sting
The victory was God’s
With the Gospel it would bring
Jesus suffered it all
And He proved God’s great love
So let’s all sing and praise
And worship God above
From Duchess01 Posted 14 March 2024.
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/14/dear-maga-20240414-open-topic/#comment-1264773
I NEED HEAVENLY HELP
Have you noticed lately, Lord
I am shaky, unhinged, and floored
At what has just happened to me
I am not as sound as I used to be
My steps are labored I cannot sprint
My mind is sharp my muscles splint
My gait is slow and wouldn’t you know
My 100-yard dash it ain’t no mo
When I was young full of energy I was
My prowess in sport impressive it twas
But now I struggle just to keep going
As the years pass by I am slowing
I cannot complain by any measure
My life has taken on brand new treasure
My daily chores are so different now
An about turn they have taken somehow
I contemplate and meditate much more
My prayers are more meaningful than before
My divine appointment has been redefined
With His Divine Will it is much more aligned
Sometimes I need help keeping upright
A cane prevents me from taking flight
A handrail assists in climbing the stairs
Without these aids I could land anywheres
It is manifest madly maturing
How many more years there’s no assuring
But God has made provision for us
No reason to fret or kick up a fuss
He provides us with companions of all sorts
From animals to flowers diamonds and quartz
He turns our attention to things on high
He prompts us to look up into the sky
He sends us smiles and blessings each day
Just not in the ordinary or usual ways
A giggle here and a belly laugh there
From cyber friends on blogs everywhere
So if you are feeling old and less than useful
Remember there is more for you that’s museful
There are babies and kitties and puppies
And there are wokies, pokies and yuppies
There are nitpickers pastors and prophets
There is beauty in nature and soffits
We could be here all day naming the gifts
How marvelously God’s blessing uplifts
Suffice as to say on any given day
There are things that appear to get in the way
There are frustrations/delays we must endure
And many bumps in the road that is for sure
So if you are feeling bumped and bruised
And your body is reeling from being abused
Call on the Angels charged to assist you
And thank God they can never resist you!
D01: 02/10/2023
From Bacocarl 14 April 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/14/dear-maga-20240414-open-topic/#comment-1264775
Untitled.
All the world has gone mad
At least that’s what it seems
As the days all lurch by
Bringing fear, all bad dreams
Mankind does evil things
For men have evil hearts
Skilled in all evil ways
To practice evil arts
Men who think that they rule
Are naming wrongs as right
And think only of self
As day fades into night
Most are lost for all time
Loving dark, shunning Light
Living life for themselves
In contempt of God’s might
This is not how it ends
God triumphs over all
All our days are God’s will
As it’s been since The Fall
With faith in God above
And with trust in God’s Son
We know how this war ends
That our fight has been won
These dark days have a dawn
Shining bright, east to west
Bringing love, peace and joy
To those of us so blest
All dark days will be gone
And sin will be no more
Our days last forever
On a pure, peaceful shore
So, friends, keep looking up
Though days be dark and drear
For we’ll soon shout with joy
When Christ, our Lord, appears
Arise! All ye chosen!
Come rise up to the clouds!
Listen to the trumpet!
Hear the call clear and loud!
Rise up to our Savior,
To meet Him in the air,
For we have been chosen
Forever as God’s heirs!
Forever in God’s will
Forever walk His ways
Forevermore grateful
Through Eternity’s days
From Duchess01 gifted 16 April 2004 on our daily open.
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/16/dear-kag-20240416-open-thread/#comment-1265631
A HUMBLE MAN DREAMS
As I lay me down to sleep;
I pray my soul – Oh, Lord – You keep;
I ask You keep me humble, Lord;
And ever faithful to Your Word!
With Bible open – I came right upon;
A passage familiar – Oh, Lord – dead on;
It was from John thirteen – Verse thirty-four;
A message from Jesus – I thought for sure!
I wondered why – this book – this verse;
Your concise command – Oh, Lord – it’s terse;
Within Your words – is a gift and a fruit;
Of Your Spirit – to Your Glory – its root!
As I pondered His Word – I drifted off;
Into a deep slumber – like a wave trough;
In the loft window – of a pole barn high;
I saw beyond – the land, sea, and sky!
There were cabins, gardens, and livestock;
There were creeks, streams, and haycock;
Trees, bushes, and hiking paths galore;
Could a fellow with dreams want for more?
Chickens were pecking; goats eating grass;
Fruit trees were blooming – abundant en mass;
The gardens were lush – overflowing with food;
It was like paradise – all of it good!
Only one problem – just one thing missing;
There were no people – no lovers kissing;
I blinked my eyes twice – as if that would help;
Not a peep did I hear – not even a yelp!
I looked to the sky – and asked God right quick;
And the people appeared – lickety-split;
All of a sudden – by the wave of His Hand;
People were rejoicing all over the land!
They were singing, strumming, and praising God;
For the blessings He bestowed on every pod;
They were harvesting, cooking, dancing for joy;
The children were playing – each girl and boy!
How did He know – what lay deep in my heart?
It was just a small farm – where it would start;
Some chickens and goats – and a small garden;
A humble man dreams – please – beg my pardon!
But God always has – something much better;
He triples His Gifts – OBEY – must the getter;
If you’re wondering how – small became large;
You don’t know my God – my God is in charge!
D01: 02/11/2015
From Duchess01, gifted 20 Apr 2024.
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/20/2024%c2%b704%c2%b720-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1267405
THE SPECIAL PLACE
Weary of the world travails and troubles
With each day that passes the trial doubles
What must we do when life gets in the way
We go to our Special Place and we pray
The only peaceful place in His Presence
His Holy Word wherein lies His essence
To Him we come to refresh and renew
From the hardships that dost daily accrue
We trust in His love to see us through
What He has decreed and brought us to
We can do nothing aside from His care
Without Him we would be going nowhere
In the busyness of our daily routine
We have little time to stop and come clean
Our prayers are hurried and incomplete
Our growth in grace is oft bittersweet
We need to break free of the vicious trap
The enemy squeezes into the gap
Despite our armor and our daily prep
The enemy pursues at ev’ry step
He will not retreat til we demand it
By the power in us we command it
Greater is He that is within us than
He in the world who is lower than man
When life makes no sense we must retreat
When burdens are heavy and we are beat
There’s only one place where God can be found
It is that Special Place you keep around
D01: 07/14/2023
Gifted to us Sunday, 21 April 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/21/dear-maga-20240421-open-topic/#comment-1267822
SERVANT OF ALL
Who is the greatest boxer of all time?
Who bragged he was a superstar so sublime?
Who was the runner who outran the rest?
Who clocked in his time as the very best?
Who was the richest man recently noted?
Who had wealth so vast – ego so bloated?
Who was the most famous movie star of all?
Pardon me – please – I really cannot recall!
When will the first be the last you ask?
For many are called and taken to task;
Who are the few that are chosen to be?
Elevated by God – for eternity!
It is the man with a humble, contrite heart;
Who repents of his sin from the very start;
His head hung in sorrow – he fervently pleads;
He knows it’s forgiveness – he surely needs!
He who gives thanks for blessings each day;
Is well aware of what Father would say;
If he took the choicest in life as his own;
Shared neither his wealth nor what he had sown!
If each seat taken was the best in the house;
First and foremost – and forever the louse;
Would his mansion in Heaven be the best?
Or would the fiery furnace be eternal rest?
Are we like the man who was hung on the tree?
Are we poor, humble, and as kind as He?
Compassionate, loving, and caring toward all?
Gentle, long-suffering – virtually – on call?
Do we look for attention at every turn?
Is it fame and fortune for which we yearn?
Do we take the first seat or sit in the last?
Are we meek and humble – securely steadfast?
The greatest of all is not one who’s achieved;
The best and the brightest are not conceived;
It’s the few who – among many – He will call;
The greatest will be the servant of all!
D01: 06/28/2013
Gifted by Duchess01 on 22 April 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/22/dear-kmag-20240422-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1268213
FORGIVE THY BROTHER
Love your neighbor as I have loved you;
This is what Jesus asked us all to do;
Judge not or you will be judged right the same;
Blame not a soul – don’t defile his or her name!
Only God knows the heart – it is His to know;
Backbiting and gossip – we must forego;
If we engage in demeaning our brother;
It hurts only us – not at all the other!
For God does not look kindly on attacks;
It is He who will correct – give the whacks;
In His conviction – he will pity the one;
Vengeance is His – and will be swiftly done!
Jesus wants us to forgive – or we will not;
When we ask forgiveness – as we ought;
We must be willing to forgive and forget;
Or forgiveness of sins – we’ll not beget!
Blaming one’s neighbor – to elevate self;
That’s not what God wants – for him or herself;
We must be accountable for falling short;
Of His glory and mercy – no smart retort!
What will we say when we stand before Him;
Will we make excuses – keep blaming Jim?
At that point it’ll be too late for amends;
It will be pointless then to forgive our friends!
Forgiveness is freedom from guilt and shame;
It comes when we repent and take the blame;
For our cruelty and meanness toward another;
For falsely accusing our sister or brother!
Be slow to anger – and quick to forgive;
Without guilt and guile is the way to live;
With love and understanding – you will be;
In God’s good graces – and frankly – free!
Creating strife among one’s sister or brother;
It is not really how you love one another;
Jesus commanded us to love as He did;
His Peace He gave us – to share not forbid!
Forgive one another – be a light in the dark;
Be love toward your brother – and set the spark;
For the peacemakers – the Word says are duly;
Called Children of God – and quite blessed – truly!
D01: 11/17/2013
Gifted from Duches01 on Monday’s Open 23 Apr 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/23/dear-kag-20240423-open-thread/#comment-1268628
CRY OUT WITH JOY
Cry out with joy to our mighty Lord;
Heed the commands in His Holy Word;
Sing Psalms of praise and thanksgiving;
All ye who dwell in the land of the living!
Serve Him with true gladness of heart;
From His grace – pray – do not depart;
Know that He – the Lord is our God;
We belong to Him – though we are flawed!
We are His people – the sheep of His flock;
His precious, petulant – errant livestock;
In fervent pastures – we take our repose;
We are the servants He faithfully chose!
Indeed how lovingly He cares for us;
We are His children – His main focus;
From age to age – His mercy endures;
His faithfulness and constancy ensures!
Enter His gates singing sweet Psalms of Praise;
Into His courts – with thanksgiving you raise;
Your voices in song – glad tidings you bring;
All Honor and Glory is His you sing!
Give thanks to the Lord for he is good;
His mercy endures – just as it should;
His Love everlasting is tried and true;
Unconditionally given for me and you!
Cry out with joy and praise His name;
His love is forever and ever the same;
He changes not from day to day;
He is steadfast and sure come what may!
Serve Him with gladness – enter singing;
His precepts are sound – ever bringing;
Correction with love and glorious peace;
Cry out with joy – His praise never cease!
Go out with joy and share His great love;
Mindful of blessings He bestows from above;
Shout from the rooftops – He is the Lord;
His victory assured – in His Holy Word!
D01: 07/09/2013
Gifted to us from Duchess01 on Wednesday 24 April 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/24/dear-kag-20240424-open-thread/#comment-1268991
STRENGTHEN MY HEART
Have mercy on me, my Lord and my God;
For I am distressed – in chains I am shod;
My tears flow like rivers – raging from strain;
My heart is pierced – my throat aches in pain!
My life spent in sorrow – and in deep regret;
My sins are before me – I cannot forget;
In repentance I seek You – for right relief;
Your loving kindness is – my refuge – belief!
Lord – affliction – has broken down my strength;
From helplessness, stress – I suffer at length;
My foes have encompassed me – all around;
They ravage me daily – destruction bound!
I trust in You, Lord – take comfort in You;
Come to my aid – Lord – Refresh me anew;
My life is in Your hands – if it be Your Will;
Calm the waters – from their raging – be still!
Feed me – knead me – with Your nourishing grace;
Through faith without fear – my weakness erase;
Infuse me with courage – and strengthen me;
Help me be steadfast – a stronghold like Thee!
Let me be glad and rejoice in Your love;
Assured in Your goodness sent from above;
Let me not – for one moment – be fearful;
Keep me far from unsure – doubtful – tearful!
Free me from distress – of body and mind;
Help me walk self-assured – no longer blind;
With my life in Your hands – deliver me;
From the throes of my foes – let me be free!
Strengthen My Heart – as only You know how;
Pour forth Your knowledge – understanding now;
Send in Your angels – with reinforcements;
Lift up my spirit – in inch increments!
Send forth Your Spirit – to enlighten me;
With knowledge – understanding – wisdom be;
A tower of strength – instilled in my heart;
Let not Your Spirit – from me nere depart!
Strengthen My Heart – my Lord and my King;
Let the indwelling Spirit – His power bring;
Your justice – Oh Lord – from on high rain down;
Let Your Heavenly Grace – be forever my crown!
D01: 09/30/2013
Gifted by Duches01 on Thursday’s Open, 25 April 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/25/dear-maga-open-thread-20240425/#comment-1269463
FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT
Have you noticed evil increased on earth
The arrogance and flagrancy sheer girth
We are told to pray daily without end
We must not quit give up or even bend
What makes evil so blatant in plain sight
What can we do to curtail this and fight
We must don our Armor of God so fine
We must be Prayer Warriors divine
We must empower others do the same
In His Precious and Most Holy Name
For whatever we ask of the Father
In Jesus’ name compares to no other
We must stand and be bold in all our ways
We must hold onto Him all of our days
We must not accept what’s meant to deter
Redacted refracted revised to infer
We will find truth in His Word as put forth
We will discover knowledge for its worth
We will discern understanding in time
We will reap wisdom its purpose sublime
Saturated with lies and dire deceit
We exhaust ourselves in fighting replete
Instead of uniting under His banner
We’re distracted in discordant manner
To God be the Glory forever amen
To Him be our allegiance now and when
We fight the good fight and are welcomed in
To our heavenly home purified within
D01: 08/04/2023
Gifted by Duches01 on Friday, 26 April 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/26/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240426/#comment-1269916
REMOVE THAT FENCE
From childhood to adulthood, we are taught;
We must control our feelings as we ought;
A woman can cry and regain her composure;
But a man must refrain from feeling exposure!
In public, we mustn’t make fools of ourselves;
Be sure to put feelings back onto shelves;
Be sure to conceal some part none can see;
Keep our feelings under wraps protectively!
Some of us build walls – others build fences;
Through these barriers – the battle commences;
We share bits and pieces of trivia true;
Not too much – that just might – belie me or you!
We play this game fairly – not just because;
Our fear of rejection might give us pause;
What man puts asunder – no man can break;
There’s too much to lose – too much at stake!
So what does God think of this foolish frivolity?
Does He look kindly on this dumb-founded folly?
If lies and deception are part of this game;
It will surely divide if not defame!
No doubt God would rather we not build walls;
Those fences do not keep in whatever befalls;
Without or within is nowhere to be;
Separated from God – are you and me!
Love one another as I have loved you;
Jesus gave – this command – so we must do;
He mentioned neither walls nor fences to be;
Erected to keep – me from you – you from me!
As a servant of God, He was second to none;
He set the example for the victory won;
So if we build fences around our hearts;
The Spirit He moves – but soon He departs!
His gifts – they are many – His fruits the same;
From giving of self – we should not refrain;
Freely He loves – so love freely must we;
Not a stone unturned must there ever be!
We reap what we sow – our harvest returned;
With a heart full of love – we have so yearned;
From inside out and from without within;
Without walls and fences – we must begin!
We must be not afraid – it is about trust;
The love in our hearts gives it its thrust;
If our union is blessed – then blessed it will be;
With faith – through grace – for eternity!
So remove that fence – and tear down that wall;
Before opportunity passes – and trust befall;
Be not afraid – I am with you always;
Today – and tomorrow – and for all days!
D01: 07/21/2013
From Duches01 posted to Saturday’s Open 27 April 204
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/27/2024%c2%b704%c2%b727-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1270388
SHEPHERD OF MY HEART
The Shepherd keeps watch over His flock;
He daily checks hearts – then, He takes stock;
If one has been tempted and led astray;
He pursues and prods lest one slip away!
Carefully crafted by our God are we;
Inside our hearts – He can clearly see;
When we accept Jesus – as Lord of all;
We answer to Jesus – the Shepherd’s call!
Oh, Lord – let me never stray from the flock;
May you always find me when you take stock;
If some day – I should be tempted and stray;
Come after me, Lord – let me not slip away!
You know in my heart – Your Spirit resides;
Be sure in my heart – Your Spirit abides;
I lay at your feet – the trials of the day;
Shepherd of my Heart – be not far away!
Direct and perfect me in all I do;
Let my labor be blessed – pleasing to You;
Let all that I am and ever will be;
Give Honor and Glory only to Thee!
Whenever I’m stumbling along the way;
Reach out to me – set me upright – I pray;
Separated from You – I pray not to be;
Shepherd of My Heart – stay close to me!
Keeper of this heart of mine – be patient;
For I am but human – sometimes I’m salient;
Not paying attention – distracted am I;
With worldly concerns – in the blink of an eye!
Be the sunlight of my day – a ray of hope;
Help me, Oh Lord – to steadfastly cope;
Be the light of my night – a bright beacon;
The Shepherd of My Heart – my church deacon!
Wash and cleanse me – as I repent today;
Purify me – in Your Word and Your Way;
Let not my sin separate us for long;
Shepherd of my Heart – to You, I belong!
Strengthen me daily – that I may not stray;
Keep me securely in Your arms today;
I trust in You – above all – and I pray;
Shepherd of My Heart – guide my heart today!
D01: 08/01/2013
From Duchess01 given to us on Sunday 28 April 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/28/dear-maga-20240428-open-topic/#comment-1270808
PRAISE THE LORD
Praise the Lord – Who guides our way;
Through His Spirit – to brighten our day;
Touching our hearts – gently and deep;
His Honor and Glory – we value to keep!
Our Father – Who loves us unconditionally;
Is right beside us where we need Him to be;
With Gifts of Grace – to bless us all day;
His Spirit abides – to guide our way!
Praise the Lord – what better advisor;
Could we ever hope – would make us wiser;
When we are perplexed about what to do;
God has a message just for me and you!
Through His Spirit – God speaks to us;
He works out the particulars without the fuss;
He guides us through life’s ups and downs;
Through our successes – and turnarounds!
Praise the Lord – in good times and bad;
Throughout his correction – don’t be sad;
Know that God loves us no matter what;
Through our if/then – and even our but!
God knows what we need before we do;
Cause He sees in the heart of me and you;
All He needs is acknowledgement thrust;
From outside to inside – In God we trust!
Our Faith needs replenishment almost daily;
We need to repent of our sins most ably;
No hiding behind our justification;
Cause God knows our heart identification!
Whenever you are caught in a dilemma or two;
Just go to the Quiet – Let God speak to you;
For in the silence – of your own heart;
His secrets to you – He will gladly impart!
Praise the Lord – for His intuit inspection;
His enduring love – His careful correction;
Whenever we doubt – whatever the case;
It is all about Virtue – His Gift of Grace!
D01: 07/29/2013
From bakocarl On Sunday’s daily, 28 April 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/28/dear-maga-20240428-open-topic/#comment-1270862
God’s in control, His will is supreme
When evil ‘wins’, it’s not what it seems
All things, good and bad, work to His will
Serve Him well, His plans to fulfill
God uses men to further His plans
Though they’re evil, they’re all in His hands
Lost and unknowing, they work for Him
Though they ‘win’, their future is grim
We who are His, will walk down His ways
Learning His will in all of our days
Changing, slowly to be what we should
Forsaking evil, living for good
All yearning to be, when we arise
Complete in Him, rising through the skies
Meeting our Savior, seeing His face
Immersed in His love, mercy and grace
Living in joy, giving thanks and praise
Seeing God clearly, not through the haze
Knowing fully our great Prince of Peace
Living in wonders that never cease
From Duchess01
Brought to us on Monday, 29 April 2024
from https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/29/dear-kmag-20240429-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1271237
HELP ME, LORD
Hear my prayer, O Lord – please hear my cry;
Hide not Thy face from me – stand closely by;
Incline Thine ear to me – answer my call;
For I am helpless in my wherewithal!
My days are consumed – in pain, I move not;
My heart beats in vain – overwhelmed, besought;
I struggle to breathe – I implore Your aid;
Begging for mercy – and yet, unafraid!
Strengthen me, Lord – as only You know how;
Send forth Thy Comforter to help me now;
Send forth the angels to hold me upright;
Help me, Lord – Help me to live, love, and fight!
The enemy plagues me both day and night;
His demons work to discourage me right;
He taunts me, haunts me, and laughs at my pain;
My prayers he sees worthless – and all in vain!
Be it Your will – with Your power and might;
Remove this affliction – far out of sight;
Defeat the devil – his power disband;
Help me, Lord – with Your Healing Hand!
You called me, Lord – in Your Service to be;
Your minister, Lord – bring people to Thee;
How can I manage – for people to care?
With this heart sorely in need of repair?
I ask not for me this healing take place;
I ask not this suffering You erase;
I ask only to stand for You, O Lord;
To bring others to You in one accord!
If in this state, You still want me to serve;
If it be Your will, my heart you preserve;
Whatever you decide – I will endure;
With You by my side – of that I am sure!
Help me, Lord to accept what You decide;
In You and with You – I long to abide;
Through You and for You – my heart is alive;
Heal me, Lord – Help me – to live, love, and thrive!
D01: 05/14/2013
Poem and Comment by bakocarl
Posted on Tuesday’s Open, 30 April 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/30/dear-kag-20240430-open-thread/#comment-1271633
“Not my will but Thy will be done”
Believers pray to our Holy One
But why? Why is it His will not mine?
Because I’m flawed and He’s divine!
Being a man I’m flawed from birth,
As all men are upon this earth.
And what I want is not best for me,
For those are things that only God sees.
God’s will for me provides what I need,
For in His soil I am but a seed.
Food and water and air and sun
Are all mine ‘till my life is done.
And there are times of wind, heat and cold
To be endured as I grow old.
Endured, yes. But also to learn,
As He shows us His paths and which way to turn.
The winds and rain may form storms in life,
For there are times we must learn from strife.
With branches stressed, we rely on Him
To come and save us, to prune and trim.
All this is for us, for our own good,
To grow and bear fruit as we should.
We may not see these hard times as right,
But God knows best how to win this fight.
We are His and we’re in His hands,
And He’ll lead us to live by His plans.
So we must say, as our war has been won,
“Not my will but Thy will be done”
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These thoughts occurred to me as DW has just been diagnosed with incipient dementia. More tests scheduled. I’m sure that she and I will both be led down future paths with much to learn.
Help me, Lord, to accept what You decide;
In You and with You – I long to abide.
A poem from Duchess01
BECAUSE WE BELIEVE
To whom do we go when we are troubled
When our challenges in life are doubled
We might go to a relative or a friend
Discuss the problem in full to no end
In reality what should we do instead
When problems arise rear their ugly head
We should pray and get into His Presence
We should seek and find His Holy Essence
Where does the Spirit of God reside
Purely in us if in Him we abide
Man can provide some comforting solace
But God’s pristine provision is flawless
The Bible details promises fulfilled
It teaches us Our Father is strong-willed
It provides stories of the days gone by
Prophecies probabilities from on high
The Bible explains the what when and how
We learn quickly why we reap what we sow
We’re taught of His commands and His rules
Given instructions and the proper tools
With holy knowledge there can be no doubt
What God’s Word can do what it’s all about
There is one requirement for us to achieve
We must be holy and we must believe
Because we believe God bestows His love
His Army of Angels charged from above
His faithfulness and power open wide
And His Holy Spirit resides inside
D01: 07/23/2023
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/04/30/dear-kag-20240430-open-thread/#comment-1271734
ONE DAY, SOMEDAY
Have you been abandoned and left alone
Is the pain so unbearable you’re thrown
It comes not from the body or the head
It comes spiritually inside instead
One day, someday you’ll discover that He
Will reveal more than imagined to be
Quit waiting for man to make it alright
Quit sitting on your bum get in the fight
Armor up daily and please pray pray pray
There really is no other possible way
We fight an enemy fierce and unseen
An enemy in plain sight ever been
Blind to the peril under which we survive
Unable to progress or even thrive
Twas not what God wanted or even planned
This surreptitious slavery under man
Some have claimed God could really care less
Despite her gifts ‘Merica is a mess
Look at what we accepted without a peep
How did we manage to get in so deep
The web the enemy cleverly weaved
Has cause devastation so bereaved
We’ve lost what we valued so dear to our hearts
Broken to pieces and left without parts
When will God move as He promised of old
When will He free us from bondage foretold
When will the fruits of the wicked be torn
When will our nation be no more forlorn
Someday soon you will see His Almighty Hand
Spread worldwide over the sky sea and land
The Trumpet will sound everyone will hear
There’ll be joy everywhere not a single tear
D01: 07/17/2023
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/01/dear-kag-20240501-open-thread/#comment-1272153
Poem by Duchess01 gifted on Thursdays Open, 2 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/02/dear-maga-open-thread-20240502/#comment-1272578
BLESSED ARE YOU
Amen – Amen – I say unto you;
Gather together I am with you;
Remember what – for you – I have done;
To ensure you and I live forever as one!
Blessed are you who are poor in spirit;
The Kingdom of God is yours – albeit;
Blessed are you who mourn – in your hearts;
Sweet comfort for you – My Spirit imparts!
Blessed are you who are meek – and lowly;
For you shall inherit the earth – most wholly;
Blessed are you who hunger and thirst;
For righteousness you will be filled and first!
Blessed are you who are merciful – and kind;
Mercy shall be yours – so keep that in mind;
Blessed are you who are purest in heart;
For you will see God from the very start!
Blessed are you who strive to make peace;
As children of God – your joy will not cease;
Blessed are you who are persecuted for right;
The Kingdom of Heaven will be in your sight!
Blessed are you who men revile and persecute;
Relentless for My name’s sake they prosecute;
Saying in all manner of evil you’re defiled;
I will exalt you – you’ll not be beguiled!
Blessed are you who have suffered for Me;
For great your reward in Heaven will be;
As prophets of old suffered greatly as well;
Like them, you profit – your riches will swell!
Be not dismayed – there is right judgment;
Be not distressed – for any begrudge meant;
Know that I see what is hidden from sight;
As in the last days, it is I who is light!
Blessed are you who are faithful and true;
I am He who can see the good that you do;
Truly you are – blessed and holy you be;
Living in paradise – someday with Me!
D01: 07/21/2013
From Duchess01, on Friday’s daily, 3 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/03/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240503/#comment-1272961
THE POWER OF GOD
When confronted with impossible odds
With insurmountable bauds and frauds
We look to contemplation and reason
Inward outward no matter the season
After consideration of every option
The master chosen is the swaption
Of the world we should be but naught
Through daily struggles we get caught
We twist and turn aimlessly all about
Filled with anger anguish dastardly doubt
We are tossed in the storm of no return
For the Peace of the Lord we surely yearn
What can we do to detach and dispatch
The obvious outrageous moot mismatch
What have we done that we need to undo
What can we do to secure a breakthrough
What did we do at the start that went wrong
Why is it so hard and taking so long
Why do we struggle to figure it out
It all comes back to the matter of doubt
What did Thomas doubt that was unseen
What was he missing that should have been
Why did he hesitate when others believed
What did they have he had not received
We know the story of Thomas the doubter
Unfortunately some have played the flouter
Of little faith were Thomas and Matthew
By His Word we really did not have to
In Proverbs 3 – lies quality advice
The commands are simple and thrice
Trust – Lean Not – and do Acknowledge
The path made straight by pre-knowledge
Does faith precede you in all that you do
Is obedience without further ado
Do you take it up with Him first or last
Is your turmoil present or is it past
Does doubt deter and mesmerize your mind
Do you panic because you fell behind
Are you anxiety-ridden and far off course
Have you considered the unseemly source
When we dare to doubt the Power of God
We fail to trust – acknowledge – give Him laud
We think falsely there is naught He can do
Tho’ the impossible He can make anew
A time when we were too lost and tossed
It appeared the bridge could not be crossed
The mountain was much too high to mount
And problems were too numerous to count
Not so – not anymore – God is in charge
Man cannot solve worldwide turmoil at large
Much too soon the enemy took control
Before too long he’ll be in a blackhole
One man cannot right the wrongs worldwide
He can make changes with God by his side
When there appears to be no other way
The Power of God will – so let us PRAY!
D01: 04/22/2023
God’s in control, His will is supreme
When evil ‘wins’, it’s not what it seems
All things, good and bad, work to God’s will
Serve Him well, His plans to fulfill
God uses men to further His plans
Though they’re evil, they’re all in His hands
Lost and unknowing, they work for Him
And though they ‘win’, their future is grim
We who are His, will walk down His ways
Learning His will in all of our days
Changing, slowly to be what we should
Forsaking evil, living for good
All yearning to be, when we arise
Complete in Him, rising through the skies
Meeting our Savior, seeing His face
Immersed in His love, mercy and grace
Living in joy, giving thanks and praise
Seeing God clearly, not through the haze
Knowing fully our great Prince of Peace
Living in wonders that never cease
From bakocarl, May 4, 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/04/2024%c2%b705%c2%b704-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1273330
Carl’s insightful comment on [some of] the Q crowd!
Posted on May 4, 2024.
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/04/2024%c2%b705%c2%b704-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1273322
I’m amazed at all the Q Proofs
Magic to show Q’s not a spoof
The numbers seem just idle prate
To prove Q’s a prophet, not click-bait
Q insiders post by the score
Their secret knowledge, and yet more
Teasing with questions, as they do
Far more prescient than me or you
Questions that ask but don’t inform
Swirling about us in a storm
Tossed out by these vain wannabees
Pretending that they’re Socrates
Multiple answers and more hype
Lead to the smell of rotten tripe
But their games, well, they still go on
An endless stream from dusk ‘till dawn
Q experts, so very endowed
So intelligent and so proud
Rise above us on mental stilts
Spouting their thoughts of golden gilt
“Think logically” we hear them say
Their remedy to save the day
Empty words that don’t help at all
Oft repeated as their cure-all
“I already knew”, they brag and boast
Touting their wisdom in their posts
“I’m just so smart, so far ahead”
“So perceptive and so well-read”
Many are those that have the need
To be seen as a better breed
Far ahead of the hoi polloi
A shiny, brilliant golden boy
But posers never win a war
That job’s such a menial chore
It’s time to stop the riddles and games
Bring out all facts and name the names
For it’s not elites that save the day
Nor rise to battle within the fray
We all know how this war is won
The common man will see it done
From grass roots we’ll get victory
Practical results that all can see
Deplorables throughout our great land
Will restore our American brand
And we’ll remember for all time
The costs of treachery and crime
And we’ll stand tall when our nation calls
For Liberty and Justice for all
From Duchess01 Gifted on Saturday, 4 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/04/2024%c2%b705%c2%b704-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1273398
GIFT OF GRACE
His Grace is abundant in meekness
His strength is made perfect in weakness
Gladly glory in your infirmities
And do not fear any adversities
When you are torn and worn from battle
Angels will remove the rote rattle
Lift you up and attend to your sores
The bruises and scars from many wars
When you are dejected defeated and down
Remember God’s mercy will soon abound
He will carry you gently while you heal
The power of His Love you will surely feel
By the Grace of God you are who you are
His Grace imparted on you left no scar
You labored more abundantly than many
More than adequate which was plenty
By Grace you are saved thru Faith it is said
And not of yourself but a gift instead
One of many God bestows upon those
Who obey His commands even en throes
When you are weakened spiritually
Be rest assured of God’s right remedy
Nothing that happens is ever too large
Be still and know that He is in charge
By your side He will always be ready
To raise you right up and keep you steady
By Grace through Faith you belong to Him
A loving gift He confers not on a whim
D01: 08/22/2023
By Duchess01 Sunday, 5 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/05/dear-maga-20240505-open-topic/#comment-1273718
HOLY SPIRIT POWER
Whoever values the world – is not of God;
The Spirit cannot dwell in him – he is flawed;
Seek ye first the kingdom of God – in His Word;
All will be added too – have you not heard?
The Power of the Spirit is immense;
Indwelled with the Spirit is intense;
There is no comparison – none at all;
To anything worldly – the world is too small!
His Spirit within you empowers – protects;
He convicts you of sin – and He corrects;
No power in the universe – can compare;
Anytime – anyplace – or anywhere!
Trust in God – keep close contact – let Him in;
Pray He will send His Spirit to dwell within;
When the Spirit indwells – He guides your way;
Whatever you do – whatever you say!
All bad feelings – all hurt – attendant pain;
He will dispel – till you are free again;
He will guide your heart – so free you will stay;
The demons that pursue you – He’ll keep at bay!
All turmoil – torment – they seek to create;
He will disable – and surely abate;
Keep in obedience – and He’ll bless you;
With His gifts and fruits – that’s what He will do!
When you are tempted – by the evil one;
Think not twice – ask Him – and it will be done;
Take this thought from me – please take it away;
In Jesus’ Name – it has no power to stay!
In all that you do – what you encounter;
He will assist – and put it asunder;
Fear not the evil one – his power fades;
With the Spirit inside – His power aids!
In the supernatural war – we fight each day;
There’s no greater power – to keep them away;
Than His Spirit inside you – strengthening;
Protecting – their distance He’s lengthening!
Come – Holy Spirit – within me – I pray;
Keep all evil from me – keep it at bay;
Keep my heart – and my thoughts – pure with Your grace;
Indwell in my heart – shine Your light on my face!
D01: 12/02/2013
FONT OF BLESSING
In morning’s first light, I think fondly of You;
I ponder in my heart – what You will ask I do;
My morning petitions in prayer I plead;
What is it, Lord – from me – that You most need?
Send forth Your Spirit to enlighten me;
Give me Your discernment so I may be;
Understanding and mindful of Your plan;
Ready to serve You the best that I can!
Set up your appointment of the divine;
In my mind and heart – clarify – refine;
Your Will not mine – must be forever Thine;
Through all human endeavor and by design!
It is You who determines what will be;
The fate of mankind o’er land and o’er sea;
Who is man that You would care about him?
After all he has done through selfish whim?
Many of our brethren suffer each day;
At the hands of evil to our dismay;
What can I do to dismantle and jam?
When meek and lowly – Your servant I am!
Strengthen me, Lord – to fight valiantly now;
Through prayer and fasting – feed me somehow;
Lift up my brethren – and strengthen them, too;
The Font of Blessing – comes only from You!
Gather Your angels – of the warring kind;
Leave not a single man – woman behind;
Send forth Your Spirit – by Your mighty hand;
Break the evil hold – over all the land!
Give us this day Your sweet heavenly bread;
Make certain – your children – they – are all fed;
Gather in prayer – your brethren today;
Help us – Oh, Lord – keep all evil at bay!
Our Father – who in Heaven resides;
Send forth Your Spirit who in us abides;
Have mercy on us – oh, please hear my cry;
The Font of Blessing – oh, please do apply!
DD1: 07/24/2013
Posted on this site 6 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/06/dear-kmag-20240506-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1274031
From bakocarl today, 6 May 2024…..
Blest
Not worthy at all, but so richly blest,
Our lives fly by in our great quest
To fully know Jesus, and run the race,
To walk God’s paths, and to seek His face.
We were blest by God before time,
Chosen in Him for no good, yours or mine.
Chosen in Him by His will for His plan
To redeem the lives of sinful man.
Bought by Christ’s blood on a wooden cross,
Though we fully deserve both grief and loss.
Given faith as a gift, so we can believe,
And all is ours; we must only receive.
Indwelt by God’s Spirit, a holy Seal
That no one can break, that no one can steal,
To mark us forever as God’s kin;
Blest in His sight, redeemed from our sin.
God’s Holy Spirit is our Helper, too;
Teacher, Reminder of what we should do.
He reveals and brings wisdom and power,
Preparing us for that blest future hour.
In that blest hour we’ll all hear the shout
And, like Lazarus, we will come out.
Out and up to our Lord in the sky,
And onward to our new homes on high.
Blest we are, richly blest every day;
Blest to be chosen from out of the fray;
Blest to be led along God’s pathways.
Blest! Truly blest! Hallelujah we praise!
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/06/dear-kmag-20240506-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1274066
Duchess01, May 7th, 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/07/dear-kag-20240507-open-thread/#comment-1274586
THE SPIRIT OF GOD
We each have gifts given by God at birth
These gifts like virtues expound our worth
The fruits are like actions virtues produce
These presents the Spirit comes to induce
Prompted by the Spirit the gifts bear fruit
Without the Spirit the gifts are but moot
Gifts bear fruit with the aid of the Spirit
Devoid of the Spirit we cannot clear it
The Spirit lives inside of the believer
The presence of fruits Spirit achiever
Indwelling is proof of the Spirit within
Through Him with Him the work can begin
It has been said the gifts there are seven
With the nine fruits we are blessed by heaven
Through prayer and practice our gifts blossom
And the fruits that advance are quite awesome
Understanding Knowledge and Wisdom
Counsel Piety Fortitude system
The Fear of the Lord all give a good start
The Spirit inside us blesses the heart
The action derived from the work we do
The fruits that are seen will benefit you
Filled with Love Goodness Kindness and Peace
Then Joy Patience Gentleness Faith increase
With Perseverance we cannot go wrong
Aligned with the Spirit where we belong
What wondrous ability you can accrue
When the Spirit of God lives inside of you
D01: 07/21/2023
Duchess01, from Wednesday May 8th, 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/08/dear-kag-20240508-open-thread/#comment-1275113
LIGHT OF THE WORLD
Jesus said: Ye are the light of the world
As children of God darkness is unfurled
We walk as children in the light of God
Because He called us out not to be flawed
If we walk in the light as He is in the light
We have fellowship with one another aright
The Blood of the Lamb cleanses all from sin
Darkness cannot exist or live within
Let light shine out of darkness in our hearts
Where knowledge of His Glory light imparts
His Word is a lamp right unto our feet
A light unto our path none can defeat
Let your light shine bright before all others
Show your good works to sisters brothers
All praise to the Heavenly Father of all
That they may give glory both great and small
Then your light shall break forth like the dawn
Your healing shall spring up quickly bygone
Your righteousness shall go well before you
The Glory of God behind you accrue
Your eye is the lamp of your whole body
When the eye is healthy it shines broadly
But when it is not beware you will see
Darkness will envelope encompass thee
Come out of the darkness into the light
Proclaim the excellence of God outright
He who walks in darkness loses his way
But he who walks with God will not stray
D01: 07/30/2023
bakocarl from Thursday, May 9th, 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/09/dear-maga-open-thread-20240509/#comment-1275471
Heaven
We may never know how it came to be,
That we were chosen, both you and me
But “Glory to God!” is what we’ll give,
For God gave His Son so that we can live.
In our meager minds we can’t comprehend
What God has planned for us at life’s end.
Our joy will surpass all finite confines
As we bask in God’s light – His glory divine.
Oh, to be on that beautiful shore,
Complete in Him with sin no more.
Death and sorrow now gone, no pain.
Godliness, contentment and gain remain.
Sublime peace and joy, through every day;
Smooth paths grace us, guiding our way.
Every day fills with righteousness and love,
All planned before by our Father above.
After an eon in God’s golden light,
We’ll still be filled with amazed delight.
God’s joyful abundance exceeds our dreams,
As our praise flows to Him in heartfelt streams.
Duchess01 from Thursday, May 9th 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/09/dear-maga-open-thread-20240509/#comment-1275502
FRIEND AND COMFORT
We think we know all about Jesus
We undoubtedly believe He frees us
His blood protects us from all harm
No rhyme or reason for alarm
By His stripes we are totally healed
We just need to trust our fate is sealed
It is our friendship with Him that reveals
The secrets that experience conceals
Jesus is a friend who ne’er lets us down
Through thick and thin He is always around
When we least expect He appears so close
He comes quickly by the prayer we chose
Did you know he is physician/therapist
He can diagnose/propose repair it best
When all have thrown in the towel tis true
He has the perfect plan for what to do
No one would believe if ever be told
His glorious guidance to behold
Unless they experienced the intimacy
Of a relationship with legitimacy
His patience purges tumultuous tears
His calmness fractures frightening fears
His nearness comforts the hopelessness
His strength befuddles broad brokenness
When we cry through the pain He lifts us up
Offers us a sip from the Blessing Cup
Encourages us to endure thru it all
As He readies us for His Divine Call
It’s an exercise in humility to give it all to Him
Not something He takes lightly on a whim
Tis a gift of assurance we’ll succeed
As long as we trust in Him and accede
D01: 05/08/2024
Duchess, an extra special. 😁 Thursday, 9 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/09/dear-maga-open-thread-20240509/#comment-1275520
JUST FOR FUN – AND – FOR SCOTT
BE SILLY
Silly is as silly does
As silly is meant to be
Outrageous uncontrollable because
It’s a release to set us free
We might feel foolish for a little while
Embarrassed and giddy and nutty
Normally not like us or our style
Unglued and detached without putty
So when you feel overwhelmed
Just let go and be silly
Shake the shackles be unhelmed
Writhe about willy nilly
Refrained and restrained for so long
Tied up in knots we have become
Stiff and unfit is oh so wrong
What happened to many benumb
Surely events of the past two years
Have shaken and rattled outrightly
Increased our fears brought us to tears
And unnerved us more than just slightly
So if you are unravelled and uptight
Pay no mind to the cold and chilly
Get rid of the stress release it outright
Just let yourself go and be silly
D01: 04/24/2023
Duchess01 Friday, May 10th 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/10/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240510/#comment-1275797
LIKE A CHILD
Like a Child – to you, Lord – I long to be;
Humble not proud – nor haughty – to Thee;
Trusting – forgiving – lovingly giving;
Innocent and pure – faithfully living!
You promised Your kingdom – and rightfully;
To those who – like children – are delightfully;
Pure in spirit – with simplicity of heart;
Where the Spirit resides – and will not depart!
As a child of God – I will give You my all;
Lest my sins weigh me down – and be my downfall;
Let my heart be not proud – or my eyes haughty;
Let me be innocent – pure – and rarely naughty!
What can a child do – an adult cannot?
Forgive in an instant – without a thought;
A child has compassion – when another hurts;
He comforts – consoles – no malice he blurts!
In awe of his God is the little child;
His love is great – his heart undefiled;
He sees no ethnicity or skin color;
His friend is a pal of vigor and valor!
Never let pride enter into your heart;
It causes the Spirit to quickly depart;
Be slow to anger and quick to forgive;
For it is in dying – that you will live!
When another is injured or afflicted;
Let compassion rule – be not conflicted;
As your Heavenly Father gives to you;
For brother and sister – so you must do!
In your relations – be honest and true;
Do not deceive – let your ego rule you;
For what do you gain – when left all alone?
All puffed up in pride – your friendship blown!
How can a man be childlike in spirit?
Be pure of heart – and receive great merit;
What can he do to please Jesus each day?
He must humble himself – there’s no other way!
Whoever humbles himself Like a Child;
Will be greater in heaven – never exiled;
Whoever receives one – in Your Holy name;
Receives Child and You – one and the same!
D01: 09/28/2013
Duchess01 Saturday, 11 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/11/2024%c2%b705%c2%b7011-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1276209
HEAL US, LORD
In the morning, we are reminded
Of what we need to do today
We try to remain broad-minded
As we attempt to make our way
As our eyes open to a new day
We think first thoughts of You
For it is You who will guide our way
Over, above, and through
Without You we would be lost
Confused in mind, body, and soul
Through this maze we would be tossed
No way we would ever be whole
What would You have us do today
Where are we needed the most
Who needs a prayer a clearway
Nearby or at a distant coast
Be we anxious or just be concerned
About another in the mind
Whose life may suddenly be upturned
Or it may be one in a bind
Whatever it is the Spirit knows
For it is He who guides us
Through many sorrows even woes
With best blessings He abides us
Inspire us Lord as we make our way
Guide us Lord in all that we do
Make this a most prosperous day
As we praise and glorify You
Not for us do we work so hard
Not for us do we normally pray
Not for us do we stand guard
But to help another make his way
Help us, Lord, to be of service
Help us, Lord, to glorify You
Help us, Lord, not to be nervous
About what it is we must do
Open our hearts and clear our minds
Open our ears wide to listen
Help us to open the spiritual blinds
Pray for those we need to christen
Many are lost in ways unknown
They have been brought to the edge
They need to know they are not alone
They must come now off of the ledge
There is healing in the Blood of Jesus
There is healing in His mighty Word
There is healing in His love that frees us
It is by His love that we are stirred
Heal us, Lord, from all that binds us
From anything that would divide
Heal us, Lord, from all that blinds us
Help us, Lord, in You to abide
It is You in whom we find comfort
From worldly concerns of the day
From all that brings discomfort
Help us, Lord, to drive it away
Strengthen our bodies and minds
Bring peace to those around us
Bless Your people of all kinds
Let not turmoil surround us
Heal us, Lord, as only You can do
From whatever it is that ails us
Let us not be discouraged or blue
Break up the evil that assails us
Give us peace of mind, body, and soul
Help us stand strong and not falter
Give us back that which they stole
Grant our petitions left at the altar
Bless us, Lord, and heal us
From all that would keep us aback
From all adversity seal us
Protect us from ev’ry attack
Under Your wings we are sheltered
From all that could ever harm us
Under Your love we are weltered
Nothing will ever alarm us
Thank You for hearing our prayer
For guiding us on our way
For nothing could ever compare
With blessings received each day
AMEN.
D01: 04/06/2022
Duchess01 from Sunday, 12 May 2024 for Mother’s Day!
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/12/dear-maga-20240512-open-topic/#comment-1276678
A MOTHER’S MANTRA
The trials and tribulations of a mother;
Neither begin nor end at birth nor bother;
At conception, God blesses the tiny seed;
Yielding to God, mother and child accede!
With Faith, Hope, and Love – gifts given by God;
The journey toward life by which we are awed;
Is fraught with twists and turns and discomfort;
Till joy supplants pain – and rewards the effort!
Many are the sorrows of motherhood;
Mary, His Mother – at the cross she stood;
Pierced through the heart with unparallelled pain;
From her sorrow, His Glory she would gain!
A mother’s pain is suffered in silence;
On God’s great love must be her reliance;
She understands not the will of the Lord;
So she searches for answers in His Word!
She knows that Jesus suffered not in vain;
She understands His suffering and His pain;
She recognizes His gift to all of mankind;
And treasures His gift in her heart and mind!
She remembers His mother at the cross;
She can relate perfectly to her loss;
Whatever she suffers cannot compare;
To the suffering Mary had to forbear!
Be not discouraged – oh, mother of Mine;
Be thee encouraged – child of the divine;
Seek thee thy comfort and love from on high;
Give no credence to the sorrowful sigh!
Trust that your child and you are in My care;
Not a moment goes by when I am not there;
Standing beside you with angelic aid;
My death on the cross was the price I paid!
Be neither afraid nor fearful – for I am here;
To help and comfort – to Me, you are dear;
Give Me your sorrow and distress this day;
And I will be with you all of the way!
Remember your child is My child as well;
Put your trust in Me – your fears I’ll dispel;
Rest easy in My arms and loving care;
And be sure in your heart that I am there!
D01: 4/23/2013
Duchess01 Monday, 13 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/13/dear-kmag-20240513-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1276994
BE WITH ME, JESUS
Be with me – take not – Your presence from me;
Let Your Spirit dwell – in me – let Him be;
My strength and solace – in turmoil of heart;
From me, Oh Lord – let Him never depart!
Without You, Lord – there is no breath of life;
Without You, Lord – the sorrow – it is rife;
Happiness eludes me – from my soul – it is gone;
Your peace in me – is vacant – totally withdrawn!
Hide not Your face from me – show me Your love;
Touch my heart with Your grace – sent from above;
Abandon me not – in my hour of need;
In Your great love, Lord – I am blessed indeed!
Fill me with your Spirit – right to the brim;
Let not hopelessness enter – faith be dim
Renew me – redo me – all over again;
Today – tomorrow – forever – Amen!
Infuse me – use me – for Your Glory, Lord;
Let me not forget – the truth in Your Word;
Raise me up, Lord – both steadfast and strong;
Be with me, Lord – where You only belong!
Strengthen me – Lord – oh, please hear my cry;
I don’t need to know the what, where or why;
I trust in Your judgment – Your mercy, Lord;
I trust in the truth revealed in Your Word!
I trust in Your Love poured out on the Tree;
I trust in Your Promise to always be;
Faithful and true for eyes that can see;
There for us all – who trust in Thee!
Be with me – Lord – refresh me – renew me;
This pain and discomfort – really threw me;
Jesus, come quickly – come quickly, I pray;
Let this doubt not take hold – unravel – fray!
Oh, precious, incorruptible Blood of the Lamb;
Encompass me – protect me – the sinner I am;
Enthrall me – befall me – change me within;
Blot my sin – from Thy sight – let it begin!
Wherein and where out – let the demon flee;
Far away – to the dry place – let it be;
Confined in the spaces – to do no harm;
To cause no distress – disruption – alarm!
Wash me – and cleanse me – pure white as snow;
Be near me – cheer me – wherever I go;
Lift my distress – give me some rest – I pray;
Be with me, Jesus – and love me Your Way!
D01: 07/14/2013
Duchess01 from Tuesday, 14 May 2024 reminding us “God always has something better😀”
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/14/dear-kag-20240514-open-thread/#comment-1277319
RENEW OUR MINDS, LORD
Let us not concentrate on the evil of the day
Let machinations of the enemy hold no sway
Free us from manic mind manipulation
Let Your Holy Word be our contemplation
Fashion our minds with Your Holy Grace
Fix our eyes on the splendor of our space
Breathe on us Your hallowed breath of life
Release us from daily sorrow and strife
Let us reflect on the beauty of Your creation
With awe and wonder without hesitation
So much more to appreciate aptly akin
That brings warmth to the heart herein
Cleanse us, Lord, from wayward thoughts
From worldly concerns and jackpots
From fleshly fetishes that only distract
Keep our minds wholly on You intact
Prepare our perspective to reach higher
Patient perseverance blessings acquire
While we all do fall short of Your Glory
Tis not the end of our earthly story
Infuse our minds with rich refreshment
Help us acquire accrued assessment
Give us the key to heavenly access
Secured by You will be our successes
Help us grow closer to You each day
To the Life, the Truth, and the only Way
Purify our hearts minds and bodies ado
From anything that separates us from You
Refined in the fire we all shall be
As we strive to be more holy like Thee
Renew Our Minds, Lord, we humbly implore
Guide us to eternity evermore
D01: 02/13/2023
Duchess01 from Wednesday 15 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/15/dear-kag-20240515-open-thread/#comment-1277623
WALK BY FAITH
Blessed are they who believe outright;
Who have eyes to see – and His insight;
Who have heard His Word – and abide in it;
Who – through His Spirit – simply intuit!
Faith – is a leap into the unknown – unseen;
It requires obedience – pure and pristine;
When the voice of the Spirit – guides the heart;
The unforeseen fear will quickly depart!
Faith is belief – the assent of the mind;
To the truth of another – from behind;
Resting on the authority – of the Spirit;
Judgment less evidence – you will merit!
Faith is relief – the release of the mind;
God’s revelation of the highest kind;
Confidence comes – from the mind of God;
A wondrous gift – to whit we are awed!
Belief in the scriptures – is the basis of faith;
The being and perfection of God – is a wraith;
Through Jesus Christ – and His revelation;
Our faith in Him – brings this elevation!
Faith is confidence – in the promises of God;
Without which through life – in fear – we will trod;
The truthful declarations – in His Holy Word;
Are accurate acclamations – be rest assured!
Faith is not speculation – it is truth;
A gift from God – He granted in youth;
With certainty in what – God has declared;
Inspired by Him – cannot be impaired!
Faith is correctness – assurance of heart;
That God will uphold us right from the start;
Adherence to the truth is beyond reproach;
With sincerity – honesty – above approach!
If you have faith like the mustard seed;
You will not sin – in word or in deed;
Faith will uphold you – through turmoil and pain;
With confidence – in His Word – you will gain!
Step forward in faith – leave fear behind;
Let faith be an asset – to body and mind;
Trust in His Word – and His veracity;
Let His grace increase – faith capacity!
D01: 10/06/2013
Duchess01 posted Thursday, 16 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/16/dear-maga-open-thread-20240516/#comment-1278078
FEAR OF THE LORD
The law of the Lord is perfect and true;
It revives the soul – and gives life to you;
The rule of the Lord – you can trust;
It gives wisdom to the simple – a thrust!
The precepts of the Lord are right and real;
They gladden the heart – with righteous zeal;
The commands of the Lord are crystal clear;
They give songs to the voice – chords to the ear!
The Fear of the Lord is holy – abides;
Wherein – the heart – that the Spirit resides;
The decrees of the Lord are true and just;
So Fear of the Lord for all is a must!
More to be desired than the purest gold;
Sweeter than honey from the comb threefold;
For in them – the servant – finds instruction;
From precept to precept – no deduction!
Great reward comes from their very keeping;
Only He can detect error speaking;
Of hidden faults – His justice surely acquits;
From the judgment seat upon which He sits!
From presumption – we must be restrained;
From judging others – we must be retrained;
Under presumption – we make ourselves blameless;
Not cleansed from grave sin – or even shameless!
Let the spoken word of your mouth – win favor;
Let your thoughts be pure – that they He may savor;
Let your heart be of a clean – contrite nature;
Let your heart – the Holy Spirit – capture!
The Fear of the Lord – is not fear at all;
It’s His love in your heart – so answer His call;
His precepts – commands – decrees are all there;
To guide you – correct you – keep you aware!
Be prudent – be faithful – be thankful you are;
Chosen by Him – loved – and cherished by far;
The Fear of the Lord – is His awesomeness;
Give thanks – for His love – and His blessedness!
D01: 11/18/2013
Duchess01 from Friday, 17 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/17/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240517/#comment-1278606
RESCUE ME
Angel of the Lord stay with me tonight
Help me to endure till the morning light
When the soldiers arrive to help me flee
Thru the maze of the tunnels and be free
Rescue me from this horrific plight
From the daily pain help me take flight
Take all of the babies heaven bound
No more suffering the terror sound
Let silence bring peace from abuse
And nightmares cease to induce
Memories of frightful occurrences
Bring forth the mighty deterrences
Sweet Jesus come and comfort me
Let nothing that hurts come to be
Let no one touch me unnecessarily
Bring forth the soldiers militarily
Let this be the last horror I see
Come quickly Lord and rescue me
Get me out of the oppressors way
Guide me out of the tunnels today
Take me to freedom into the light
Take me far from the oppressors sight
Bring me into the open arms of love
Follow the Angels sent from above
Thank You for ending my agony
Thank You for setting me free
Thank You for so caring be
Thank You for rescuing me!
D01: 07/10/2021
Duchess01 a 2nd from Friday, 17 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/17/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240517/#comment-1278603
TIME AFTER TIME
When all seems lost notice what happens next
God suddenly halts it at its apex
God said for us He will make an escape
Just as He promised in His Word takes shape
He will never abandon or leave us alone
To face problems without solution shown
When we put our trust completely in Him
The problem will no longer seem so grim
We might find answers thru advice of friends
Or maybe thru our thinking God will cleanse
Clarify and correct less the emotion
To help us strive and stop the commotion
Some days are plagued with sorrow and pain
We simply must manage stay safe and sane
One mishap after another to knock us down
Somehow we remain afloat and not drown
It is easy to see when we have faith
Just as in His Word He simply saith
For without faith we sure cannot please God
Cause faith is the substance of hope unflawed
When you lean not on your own understanding
You’ll see His power exert expanding
Acknowledging Him brings Him close at hand
His knowledge and wisdom at our command
Time after time God has proven His love
Definitively infinitely from above
Remember He resides inside of you
To assist abet with all that you do
D01: 07/31/2023
Duchess01 Saturday, 18 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/18/2024%c2%b705%c2%b718-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1279069
FEAST ON WISDOM
Happy are those who Feast on Wisdom;
Who savor her knowledge of His Kingdom;
She will refresh and nourish them wisely;
Her assistance is welcome – quite precisely!
Heavenly bread – her drink – understanding;
So succor her knowledge notwithstanding;
Her nourishment is constant and truthful;
Not for the blind of faith – or for the youthful!
Refreshment is – the fruit of the Spirit;
Through the lens of faith – we can intuit;
What can one do with only knowledge alone?
With no understanding – knowledge is prone!
The sweetness of Wisdom is God’s Great Gift;
Knowledge plus understanding – a lofty lift;
From the abyss of deception we will arise;
The richness of Wisdom is for only the wise!
His Word alone – not the fruit of the earth;
Sustains His faithful ones – from their rebirth;
The bread of Wisdom is insight – not mirth;
Her drink is understanding – knowledge worth!
Refreshed by His Word – and nourished divine;
His faithful ones repent – sin – they decline;
His Spirit indwells – in the temple of man;
Where wisdom is instilled – according to plan!
Your steadfastness, Lord, assures that within;
Both knowledge and understanding defeat sin;
When the two are united – wisdom be told;
A magnificent miracle – inside to behold!
For what is a man who is wise beyond years;
If he hears not – listens not – to what he hears;
If he has knowledge without understanding;
His foundation is shaky – so is his landing!
The Gift of the Spirit is Wisdom – and Grace;
The mind becomes avid – with Faith in place
The body is sound – the spirit is free;
So Feast on Wisdom – sweet delicacy!
Proportioned and balanced as God created;
With knowledge and understanding related;
Combined with His Word in perfect harmony;
Let’s Feast on Wisdom – His Word brilliantly!
D01: 08/20/2013
From Duchess, here:
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/19/dear-maga-20240519-open-topic-2/#comment-1279405
GOD’S GREAT LOVE
When God gave His Only Begotten Son;
The ransom for souls – the victory won;
He demonstrated His great love to be;
For all His Beloved – for you and me!
By the Blood of the Lamb – we are redeemed;
There’s no other way it could be it seemed;
His sacrifice was pure – untainted by sin;
Let the suffering end – His new life begin!
There is no greater love one man can give;
Than to lay down His life and to forgive;
He forgave His oppressors – yes He did;
His victory over death – all amid!
What does God want in return for His love?
Is it peace among men or branch of olive?
For what do we strive to do day after day?
What is it we need – to live only His way?
We must love Him with our mind, heart, and soul;
Serve Him through others – His heart to console;
Serve no other gods – no idols have we;
The servant of all – He wants us to be!
We must keep our Sabbath to worship Him;
Not just for one day – but surely passim;
We must honor our earthly mother and dad;
The best of caretakers we ever had!
We must not kill our brother – any way;
In spirit or slander or libel – betray;
We must take not – what belongs not to us;
Or covet the goods of another thus!
We must not covet the wife of any man;
Or lust in our hearts because we can;
No envy or malice can we keep inside;
Nor from God should we ever seek to hide!
We must love our neighbor as Jesus loved;
Do all that we can – make him so beloved;
For it is in giving that we will receive;
And it is in dying – we come to believe!
Dying to self – to follow Jesus, Our Lord;
Is that which will bring us to full accord;
Keeping His Word – we must strive to do;
For God’s Great Love lives in me and you!
D01: 07/26/2013
Also here:
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/08/dear-kmag-20240708-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1301127
Duchess01 1 part of 2 Monday, 20 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/20/dear-kmag-20240520-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1279821
PEACE AND COMFORT
If you are looking for serenity
It’s not attached to your identity
It’s not something you can purchase or buy
Nor is it something you can test or try
In life there’ll be trials and tribulation
At times an acquired aberration
Is your mind overwhelmed out of control
With no influence to calm or cajole
Have you cried for comfort that does not come
Are your senses silent your body benumb
Are you irritable and anxious too
Wondering what you are going to do
There is no place to go to stop the noise
When you’ve lost your confidence and your poise
When your thoughts are tethered in a twist
When you’re tied up in knots and can’t resist
Is this a state of your own creation
Have you given in to some temptation
Have you failed to stop and take time to pray
Have you asked God to intervene today
Have you sought answers solely thru your mind
Have you ignored prompts of the Spirit kind
Have you petitioned God with your solution
Or have you trusted God with His locution
There is no Peace and Comfort without God
There is nowhere to turn that is not flawed
There is no love hope or even a chance
That you will be able to Happy Dance
D01: 07/16/2023
Duchess01 2nd part of 2 poems Monday 20 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/20/dear-kmag-20240520-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1279819
THE PEACE OF THE LORD
Good Morning, Jesus! How are You today?
There is something on my mind I just have to say
This week has been not just a challenge for me
It has been demanding and trying as it could be.
If I thought last week was a trial catching up
Tying up loose ends of projects – curb the backup
Rewrites and mistakes I must make right
Why am I flustered and oh so uptight?
I had to stop the panic – get my head on straight
To be done and completed – I just could not wait
In all the anxiety – I forgot one important thing
I had not remembered – I was under Your wing.
All the sources I amassed for my work
The one high above all I must not shirk
It was You, Sweet Jesus – I left behind
Have I lost my edge – misplaced my mind?
I stopped what I was doing to take quick stock
My website – went awry – it really did not rock
Of course without help – what could I expect
I must go to my rock and get it all checked.
I stopped again – remembered her advice
I must pray – and ask – if I have to – twice
I must trust in God – with all of my heart
Lean not on myself – right from the start.
Help me, Lord – I prayed heartedly out loud
Help me to focus – mind out of the cloud
Help me organize – this mess on my desk
Make it flow smoothly – be not so grotesque!
All of a sudden – and out of the blue
It came clearly to me – what I had to do
Tweak and correct the whackadoodle site
Get back my clarity – fight the good fight.
The rewrites went well – whipped them off quick
The focus – the clarity – the much needed trick
Without Your help – it would not have been done
Cause You are the Way – the Life – and the One!
The One to whom I must direct my course
The Only One who can be a good source
You are my Savior in all that I do
Without You – I am nothing – that is true.
Through all I have suffered to get it all done
With You by my side – the victory was won
So – Thank You, Jesus – for coming to me
For helping me finish – helping me see.
From the bottom of my heart – I pray you know
I have done my best – Your glory to show
I am grateful, Lord – for the gifts You gave
To use them wisely – Your honor to save.
You blessed me, Lord – what more can I say
You saved me, Lord – to relish this day
Thanks to Your guidance – my panic did cease
The anxiety is gone – and now I have peace.
D01: 05/15/2019
From:
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/20/dear-kmag-20240520-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1279870
CARL !!! CARL !!! CARL !!!
Please pardon my not present precious platitudes – BUT
I would be amiss in my attitudes – IF
I did not profusely ‘thank you’ – FOR
Your bountiful ‘Sunday Beatitudes !!!
SPECIAL ARE YOU
God made each of us unique and solely
Like He – He wanted us to be holy
He gave each of us both gifts and talents
All are designed to keep us in balance
No two are similar or even the same
Nor were we endowed from whence we came
As we grow through our talents we thrive
And we know through grace our gifts come alive
Have you any idea how special you are
More amazing than you believe by far
What would happen if you missed just one day
Who would fill in the blank and pave the way
No matter what others might say or think
No one can replace you if you should blink
God placed you right where He wants you to be
Without hesitation from you or me
If you think of a structure less one block
Or a herd of sheep less one from the flock
Then you know how very special are you
How important it is to do what you do
If you are a page in a chapter book
How will the story make sense or look
The missing link to this mystery
Well it could be you or it could be me
If you are wondering where you fit in
Just take a step back to where you have been
Consider where we would be without you
So Special are You to this Treehouse crew
D01: 06/09/2023
Duchess01 Tuesday, 21 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/21/dear-kag-20240521-open-thread/#comment-1280494
STRENGTHEN MY HEART
Have mercy on me, my Lord and my God;
For I am distressed – in chains I am shod;
My tears flow like rivers – raging from strain;
My heart is pierced – my throat aches in pain!
My life spent in sorrow – and in deep regret;
My sins are before me – I cannot forget;
In repentance I seek You – for right relief;
Your loving kindness is – my refuge – belief!
Lord – affliction – has broken down my strength;
From helplessness, stress – I suffer at length;
My foes have encompassed me – all around;
They ravage me daily – destruction bound!
I trust in You, Lord – take comfort in You;
Come to my aid – Lord – Refresh me anew;
My life is in Your hands – if it be Your Will;
Calm the waters – from their raging – be still!
Feed me – knead me – with Your nourishing grace;
Through faith without fear – my weakness erase;
Infuse me with courage – and strengthen me;
Help me be steadfast – a stronghold like Thee!
Let me be glad and rejoice in Your love;
Assured in Your goodness sent from above;
Let me not – for one moment – be fearful;
Keep me far from unsure – doubtful – tearful!
Free me from distress – of body and mind;
Help me walk self-assured – no longer blind;
With my life in Your hands – deliver me;
From the throes of my foes – let me be free!
Strengthen My Heart – as only You know how;
Pour forth Your knowledge – understanding now;
Send in Your angels – with reinforcements;
Lift up my spirit – in inch increments!
Send forth Your Spirit – to enlighten me;
With knowledge – understanding – wisdom be;
A tower of strength – instilled in my heart;
Let not Your Spirit – from me ere depart!
Strengthen My Heart – my Lord and my King;
Let the indwelling Spirit – His power bring;
Your justice – Oh Lord – from on high rain down;
Let Your Heavenly Grace – be forever my crown!
D01: 09/30/2013
Duchess01 Wednesday, 22 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/22/dear-kag-20240522-open-thread/#comment-1281052
FORGIVE THY BROTHER
Love your neighbor as I have loved you;
This is what Jesus asked us all to do;
Judge not or you will be judged right the same;
Blame not a soul – don’t defile his or her name!
Only God knows the heart – it is His to know;
Backbiting and gossip – we must forego;
If we engage in demeaning our brother;
It hurts only us – not at all the other!
For God does not look kindly on attacks;
It is He who will correct – give the whacks;
In His conviction – he will pity the one;
Vengeance is His – and will be swiftly done!
Jesus wants us to forgive – or we will not;
When we ask forgiveness – as we ought;
We must be willing to forgive and forget;
Or forgiveness of sins – we’ll not beget!
Blaming one’s neighbor – to elevate self;
That’s not what God wants – for him or herself;
We must be accountable for falling short;
Of His glory and mercy – no smart retort!
What will we say when we stand before Him;
Will we make excuses – keep blaming Jim?
At that point it’ll be too late for amends;
It will be pointless then to forgive our friends!
Forgiveness is freedom from guilt and shame;
It comes when we repent and take the blame;
For our cruelty and meanness toward another;
For falsely accusing our sister or brother!
Be slow to anger – and quick to forgive;
Without guilt and guile is the way to live;
With love and understanding – you will be;
In God’s good graces – and frankly – free!
Creating strife among one’s sister or brother;
It is not really how you love one another;
Jesus commanded us to love as He did;
His Peace He gave us – to share not forbid!
Forgive one another – be a light in the dark;
Be love toward your brother – and set the spark;
For the peacemakers – the Word says are duly;
Called Children of God – and quite blessed – truly!
D01: 11/17/2013
Duchess01 Thursday, 23 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/23/dear-maga-open-thread-20240523/#comment-1281659
FOR YOU, CV, AND ALL WHO ARE IN NEED OF HEAVENLY HELP –
I NEED HEAVENLY HELP
Have you noticed lately, Lord
I am shaky, unhinged, and floored
At what has just happened to me
I am not as sound as I used to be
My steps are labored I cannot sprint
My mind is sharp my muscles splint
My gait is slow and wouldn’t you know
My 100-yard dash it ain’t no mo
When I was young full of energy I was
My prowess in sport impressive it twas
But now I struggle just to keep going
As the years pass by I am slowing
I cannot complain by any measure
My life has taken on brand new treasure
My daily chores are so different now
An about turn they have taken somehow
I contemplate and meditate much more
My prayers are more meaningful than before
My divine appointment has been redefined
With His Divine Will it is much more aligned
Sometimes I need help keeping upright
A cane prevents me from taking flight
A handrail assists in climbing the stairs
Without these aids I could land anywheres
It is manifest madly maturing
How many more years there’s no assuring
But God has made provision for us
No reason to fret or kick up a fuss
He provides us with companions of all sorts
From animals to flowers diamonds and quartz
He turns our attention to things on high
He prompts us to look up into the sky
He sends us smiles and blessings each day
Just not in the ordinary or usual ways
A giggle here and a belly laugh there
From cyber friends on blogs everywhere
So if you are feeling old and less than useful
Remember there is more for you that’s museful
There are babies and kitties and puppies
And there are wokies, pokies and yuppies
There are nitpickers pastors and prophets
There is beauty in nature and soffits
We could be here all day naming the gifts
How marvelously God’s blessing uplifts
Suffice as to say on any given day
There are things that appear to get in the way
There are frustrations/delays we must endure
And many bumps in the road that is for sure
So if you are feeling bumped and bruised
And your body is reeling from being abused
Call on the Angels charged to assist you
And thank God they can never resist you!
D01: 02/23/2023
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CeCe Winans – Goodness Of God || Exclusive K-LOVE Performance
Duchess01 Also Thursday 23 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/23/dear-maga-open-thread-20240523/#comment-1281612
SERVANT OF ALL
Who is the greatest boxer of all time?
Who bragged he was super star so sublime?
Who was the runner who outran the rest?
Who clocked in his time as the very best?
Who was the richest man recently noted?
Who had wealth so vast – ego so bloated?
Who was the most famous movie star of all?
Pardon me – please – I really cannot recall!
When will the first be the last you ask?
For many are called and taken to task;
Who are the few that are chosen to be?
Elevated by God – for eternity!
It is the man with a humble, contrite heart;
Who repents of his sin from the very start;
His head hung in sorrow – he fervently pleads;
He knows it’s forgiveness – he surely needs!
He who gives thanks for blessings each day;
Is well aware of what Father would say;
If he took the choicest in life as his own;
Shared neither his wealth nor what he had sown!
If each seat taken was the best in the house;
First and foremost – and forever the louse;
Would his mansion in Heaven be the best?
Or would the fiery furnace be eternal rest?
Are we like the man who was hung on the tree?
Are we poor, humble, and as kind as He?
Compassionate, loving, and caring toward all?
Gentle, long-suffering – virtually – on call?
Do we look for attention at every turn?
Is it fame and fortune for which we yearn?
Do we take the first seat or sit in the last?
Are we meek and humble – securely steadfast?
The greatest of all is not one who’s achieved;
The best and the brightest are not conceived;
It’s the few who – among many – He will call;
The greatest will be the servant of all!
D01: 06/28/2013
Duchess01 on Friday, 24 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/24/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240524/#comment-1282068
FREE AND CLEAR
What is the matter with you
What’s got you in a tizzy
Not sure of what you must do
Or is your mind just busy
What is it you are evading
What are you hiding inside
In what have you been wading
Is it low or is it high tide
Are you awake at night
Feeling restless and so blue
About what in plain sight
Is bugging the heck out of you
Is there something you left undone
Or someone you left behind
Or something you have just begun
That just will not let you unwind
Tap into the Spirit of God
Ask what it is He wants of you
Even though your thinking is flawed
Receive what He says you must do
Speak not – just listen to Him
To what He guides you to do
Let Him fill you up to the brim
Allow Him to give you a clue
The Spirit speaks directly
Does not falter or miss a cue
Precisely and correctly
He will determine what to do
For success you must be willing
For the process it is divine
It is sure to be most thrilling
It is special and only thine
He will untangle the turmoil
He will decipher your thought
Because it is for the uncoil
The price for which you were bought
Do you deny what He did for you
Have you forgotten what He suffered
Is all of this worth what you must do
Are you willing now to be buffered
Then stop all the nonsense
And agree to reconcile
Being stubborn makes no sense
So stop acting juvenile
Make peace with sister/brother
What Jesus expects you to do
Hold no grudge with another
Let go – Let God do it for you
Tied up in a knot is nowhere to be
It obstructs your love and vision
It becomes an impossibility
For what remains is a scission
Peace be with you all of your days
May your mind be free and clear
Decisive in all of your ways
God loves you so much you hear?
D01: 04/04/2022
An “off-Tree” poem I thought was nice!
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/24/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240524/#comment-1281996
A poem by “DailyNoah.com”
A man of stature, bold and grand,
Born to lead, with plans in hand.
Champion of the people’s voice,
Driven by a nation’s choice.
Eager to bring change anew,,
Hailing from a business norm.
Fearless in his red, white, blue.
Guiding through both calm and storm
In his stride, ambition gleams,
Just as bold as all his dreams.
Keeping promises, standing tall,
Leading with a vision for all.
Mighty in his quest for more,
Never one to shy from war.
Opening doors with steady hand,
Powerful across the land.
Questing for a future bright,
Rising in the morning light.
Strong in face of critics’ cries,
Tireless under endless skies.
Unyielding in his quest for fame,
Victory in his very name.
Waving banners, high and proud,
Xenial to the cheering crowd.
Yearning for a world at peace,
Zealous in his great release.
https://x.com/DailyNoahNews/status/1793782008994230300
Duchess01, Saturday 25 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/25/2024%c2%b705%c2%b725-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1282528
TEACH ME LORD
In the misty morning – at the break of dawn;
With sleepy eyes and – muddy mind I fawn;
Send your assistance and blessing my way;
Dear Heavenly Father – teach me today!
I fall on my knees to give glory and praise;
I sing with the angels – our song we raise;
In thanksgiving – I thank You for all I have;
For Your comfort – consolation – and salve!
Teach me – to love – as You willingly do;
To be servant of all – just like You;
Help me to learn to be humble and last;
Help me let go of mistakes of the past!
Teach me compassion – for my neighbor today;
Help me understand – his distress – if I may;
Help me bring comfort – condolence to him;
Lift up his spirit – when his faith is slim!
Help me be more like You – assured in love;
With confidence in my Father above;
With trust in Your steadfast faithfulness;
With fidelity – teach me – gratefulness!
Teach me – to invite – the Spirit within;
Through repentance and grace – let Him in;
To guide and chide me – when I should fall short;
Help me – to His wisdom – quickly resort!
Teach me – not my will – but His will be done;
Through Him and with Him – the battle is won;
Teach me – acceptance – when I find it hard;
To repent – reconcile – and pride discard!
Teach me – patience – a gift of the Spirit;
A virtue through which – I can endear it;
Give me Grace to hang on – and persevere;
Through fasting and prayer – help me volunteer!
Teach me – hope – a gift – to which I must cling;
Patient hope – endurance – blessings will bring;
Goodness and longsuffering – grant me these;
Precious gifts of the Spirit – grant them please!
Teach me – faith – that I may share it with all;
To lighten the burden – what might befall;
Calm my fears – and brighten earthly sorrow;
Increase my faith – childlike trust in tomorrow!
D01: 10/26/2013
Duchess01 Sunday, 26 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/26/dear-maga-20240526-open-topic/#comment-1283047
CRY OUT WITH JOY
Cry out with joy to our mighty Lord;
Heed the commands in His Holy Word;
Sing Psalms of praise and thanksgiving;
All ye who dwell in the land of the living!
Serve Him with true gladness of heart;
From His grace – pray – do not depart;
Know that He – the Lord is our God;
We belong to Him – though we are flawed!
We are His people – the sheep of His flock;
His precious, petulant – errant livestock;
In fervent pastures – we take our repose;
We are the servants He faithfully chose!
Indeed how lovingly He cares for us;
We are His children – His main focus;
From age to age – His mercy endures;
His faithfulness and constancy ensures!
Enter His gates singing sweet Psalms of Praise;
Into His courts – with thanksgiving you raise;
Your voices in song – glad tidings you bring;
All Honor and Glory is His you sing!
Give thanks to the Lord for he is good;
His mercy endures – just as it should;
His Love everlasting is tried and true;
Unconditionally given for me and you!
Cry out with joy and praise His name;
His love is forever and ever the same;
He changes not from day to day;
He is steadfast and sure come what may!
Serve Him with gladness – enter singing;
His precepts are sound – ever bringing;
Correction with love and glorious peace;
Cry out with joy – His praise never cease!
Go out with joy and share His great love;
Mindful of blessings He bestows from above;
Shout from the rooftops – He is the Lord;
His victory assured – in His Holy Word!
D01: 07/09/2013
Duchess01 With Evening Prayer, Sunday, 26 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/26/dear-maga-20240526-open-topic/#comment-1283107
R.I.P. BROTHER LEWIE !!! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
A HUMBLE MAN DREAMS
As I lay me down to sleep;
I pray my soul – Oh, Lord – You keep;
I ask You keep me humble, Lord;
And ever faithful to Your Word!
With Bible open – I came right upon;
A passage familiar – Oh, Lord – dead on;
It was from John thirteen – Verse thirty-four;
A message from Jesus – I thought for sure!
I wondered why – this book – this verse;
Your concise command – Oh, Lord – it’s terse;
Within Your words – is a gift and a fruit;
Of Your Spirit – to Your Glory – its root!
As I pondered His Word – I drifted off;
Into a deep slumber – like a wave trough;
In the loft window – of a pole barn high;
I saw beyond – the land, sea, and sky!
There were cabins, gardens, and livestock;
There were creeks, streams, and haycock;
Trees, bushes, and hiking paths galore;
Could a fellow with dreams want for more?
Chickens were pecking; goats eating grass;
Fruit trees were blooming – abundant en mass;
The gardens were lush – overflowing with food;
It was like paradise – all of it good!
Only one problem – just one thing missing;
There were no people – no lovers kissing;
I blinked my eyes twice – as if that would help;
Not a peep did I hear – not even a yelp!
I looked to the sky – and asked God right quick;
And the people appeared – lickety-split;
All of a sudden – by the wave of His Hand;
People were rejoicing all over the land!
They were singing, strumming, and praising God;
For the blessings He bestowed on every pod;
They were harvesting, cooking, dancing for joy;
The children were playing – each girl and boy!
How did He know – what lay deep in my heart?
It was just a small farm – where it would start;
Some chickens and goats – and a small garden;
A humble man dreams – please – beg my pardon!
But God always has – something much better;
He triples His Gifts – OBEY – must the getter;
If you’re wondering how – small became large;
You don’t know my God – my God is in charge!
D01: 02/11/2015
Duchess01, Monday, Memorial Day, 27 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/27/dear-kmag-20240527-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1283506
MISCONCEPTION
When people talk and make some sense;
There is understanding and recompense;
The ease at which words move and flow;
The comforting contact is what we know!
And yet these words if misapplied;
Can twist and turn and be denied;
The meaning can – in fact – imbue;
Till nothing contained therein is true!
Go back to where you once began;
When all was fine and peaceful man;
Before the words got mixed and twitted;
Taken out of context and retrofitted!
We cannot see inside of another;
Nor can we know the mind of our brother;
What spurs him on or touches him;
What lights his world or makes it dim!
What we can see is his reaction;
The ups and downs and distraction;
We know not where he went or why;
We know not how he went awry!
We pray and search our hearts to see;
If something changed between she and he;
And when we do we soon discover;
There is truth in there we must uncover!
No one can control the outcome to be;
Only God has the power the heart to see;
Only God can bless or curse the union;
Only He can dispel – quell the confusion!
So when two people determine their fate;
Based on fallacy – undermined by hate;
There is no conclusion – and no debate;
No good can come – so they separate!
What once was working for the good of all;
Is covered by a thick, black, ugly pall;
And all because of a misconception;
Words that were twisted in ill perception!
D01: 08/10/2013
Duchess01, Tuesday 28 May 2024.
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/28/dear-kag-20240528-open-thread/#comment-1283996
THE HEAVENLY CHOIR
Sing a new song – unto the Lord – our God;
Just as the Heavenly Choir – gives Him laud;
Daily they praise Him – in sweet adoration;
Joyfully – their song – is just jubilation!
Glory to God in the Highest – they sing;
On their timbrels and harps – they ring;
A joyful noise – unto the Lord – in Heaven;
As their song rises – like bread with leaven!
The trumpets sound in a bountiful blast;
With triumphant blows – the effect is vast;
The Heavenly Choir sings a vibrant song;
To sing Praise to the Lord – all the day long!
Holy – Holy – Lord God – Almighty One;
A new member – we suspect – You have won;
In an earthly choir – his voice he raised;
His great love for You – in song he praised!
In the earthly choir – we lift up our voices;
In praise and thanksgiving – our song choices;
Give Glory to God – through gifts He has given;
To praise Him and thank Him – we are driven!
Nary has a voice gone unnoticed – by He;
No matter how meek or weak it may be;
For the voice of the young is strong and clear;
While the older voice – we can hardly hear!
When we earn our place in the Heavenly Choir;
Our voice is renewed at that very hour;
So while we are here – we sing songs of praise;
Till God takes us home – our voices we raise!
Imagine the sound of Praise to the Lord;
Imagine the joy to sing in His Word;
To someday sing in the heavenly realm;
The happiness is sure to overwhelm!
While we are here we do the best we can;
To praise Him in song – and instrument plan;
To be worthy someday to be chosen among;
The Heavenly Choir that leaves no song unsung!
D01: 11/05/2013
Duchess01 Wednesday 29 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/29/dear-kag-20240529-open-thread/#comment-1284293
HELP IN DISTRESS
Jesus said: “I will be with you always!”
And thus – He is worthy of – all praise;
When we are weak – it is He who is strong;
He will not abandon us – all day long
We go day to day stressed and strained;
All helter-skelter – our efforts restrained;
By one failure and foible after another –
The buffoonery boggles – sorely to smother
We start and stop till eventually;
We’re just spinning our wheels unusually;
What did we forget to consider or try?
This is not working – but we don’t know why
Did we pray and ask and did we receive?
His gifts, fruits, and wisdom – did we conceive?
Or did we just think we could do without?
Ask not a question or wonder or doubt?
After all, we are smart – we can do it ourselves;
We can order and sort and arrange on the shelves;
Why would we need any assistance at all?
We’re ready, willing, able – to answer the call
When we try to do anything on our own;
We reap only partially what we have sown;
Without Jesus Christ – our success is nil;
When we attempt to succeed – by our own will
Through prayerful reflection – dedicate your day;
Relinquish your effort – send your strife His way;
Prayerfully – carefully – just listen to Him;
Without His assistance – your chances are slim
So next time you venture out into the world;
Take care to pray, first – lest you be unfurled;
Through the self and its plagues of centeredness;
You get dire deception and pigheadedness
Remember what Jesus has promised He’d do;
To always be with you – send His Spirit, too;
When you are distraught and distracted someday;
Your Help in Distress – is the Truth, Life, and Way!
D01: 07/30/2013
Duchess01, Thursday 30 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/30/dear-maga-open-thread-20240530/#comment-1284689
FILL ME WITH YOUR GRACE
Fill me with Your Grace, Lord
Make me virtuous and kind
Please slow down the pace, Lord
Help me decompress unwind
The enemy is relentless
A perpetual pain in the behind
Repulsively rapt repentless
To forgiveness bombastically blind
The world and its inhabitants
Suffer daily duress and distress
From warring evil combattants
Subversive seditious nonetheless
This kind goeth out by fasting and prayer
There is no other way around it
Be not hasty and please be aware
That armored up you can pound it
Patience is a Virtue
A Virtue is a Grace
With them both together
You put evil in its place
God will never challenge you
With more than you can bear
He will not leave you wanting
Here there or anywhere
So if you are short on patience
Feeling not virtuous at all
Unduly courting complaisance
Listen to the sound of His call
Ask and request the grace you seek
Believe and receive it right quick
Be assured as you outright speak
Gifted to you it will just click
For by grace it is you are saved
Through faith tis a gift of God
By itself cannot be waived
Through God a gift to be awed
D01: 03/21/2023
Duchess01 Friday 31 May 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/05/31/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240531/#comment-1285217
PRAY IT – BELIEVE IT – RECEIVE IT
Pummeled at every turn with troubles
At work, home, and church the strain it doubles
Bombarded by evil no relief in sight
What must we do to escape this our plight
This is not a race or battle with time
It is not for us this mountain to climb
At present keep a comfortable pace
And not at all must we just to save face
As we grow in our ability to sustain life
Let us just ignore the stress and the strife
Managing peace can be so hard to do
It’s not up to us to try and construe
Seeking answers to unending distress
Just wears us out with perpetual duress
Have we forgotten from where we came
Did we make this mess are we to blame
I AM every answer that you need
I AM the way in My Word lies the seed
Break forth – Break thru – and then Break out
Take it – Decree it – Declare it and Shout
No weapon formed against you will prosper
No animosity must we feign or foster
No burden carried can ere take us down
No plot or deception will take your crown
Raise up a child with a true foundation
He will return without hesitation
When you plant a seed deep down in the heart
From Him and His Word he will not depart
Hopelessness cannot remain or stay
The enemy will not have his way
Nothing is ever too hard for God
As the avenger will expose the fraud
A wicked system has us all enslaved
By the triumph of Jesus we were saved
So rejoice and know this is all a show
The enemy will be defeated this we know
If you’re feeling weighed down and discouraged
Pick up your sword muster up some courage
The God of the Breakthrough will come to your aid
Pray it – Believe it – Receive it as His Word has said
D01: 05/24/2023
Duchess01, Saturday 1 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/01/2024%c2%b706%c2%b701-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1285777
GOD MAKES NO MISTAKES
I love You, Lord – You are my strength;
My rock; my refuge – my wavelength;
Without You, Lord – I am nothing at all;
Without Your help – I am just a screwball!
You are my solace in perilous times;
You poke and prod me to create these rhymes;
What should I say – I ask – out of the blue;
I have to admit – I haven’t a clue!
I Love You, Lord – there is nothing you ask;
That I would not do or set to the task;
So many times You have asked me to see;
And take on a problem far beyond me!
A young boy I met – oh, so long ago;
The pain in his heart he could not forego;
I knew neither what troubled him nor his pain;
Or what he could lose or have never again!
I taught him the Bible – I tried my best;
He would not take part in this learning quest;
He would pummel me with spitballs at every turn;
And make the girls laugh until class would adjourn!
I scolded him – questioned him – to no avail;
Each week his antics just seemed to prevail;
So I gave him an assignment not easy or quick;
A problem – a paper – twas no gimmick!
One week had he to complete this sole task;
Precise – with references – just as I ask;
At the next class – he presented to all;
A magnificent paper – as I recall!
Can you imagine my unexpected delight?
As I listened to him speak – share his insight;
He was brilliant – he was wise – beyond his years;
My heart filled with joy – my eyes filled with tears!
After the class, I thanked him profusely;
Did not hold back my praise even loosely;
From that day on, he gave his all weekly;
No longer did I look at this class bleakly!
Then, one day he came to class with sadness;
Gone was his joy – gone was his gladness;
He asked – after class – could he talk with me;
Surely, I said – wondering what it could be!
He said he was sorry he could not be in class;
With me next year – it was impossible – alas!
His family was moving far away;
And that is not all he wanted to say!
I want to say what a great teacher you are;
How sorry I am I misbehaved and by far;
No one has ever cared about me like you;
See – I was a mistake – not much I could do!
Shocked and dismayed – what could I say;
I asked why he thought of himself that way;
He told me he heard his parents say;
He was a ‘mistake’ they had made one day!
Oh, no – said I – that is not what they meant;
A child late in life was their only lament;
The reason I know this and listen – please do;
The mistake that was made was not really you!
Children are gifts that come only from God;
And really – the fact it came later – was odd;
There is something important you need to know;
God makes no mistakes – my little fellow!
D01: 6/05/2013
Duchess01, Saturday 1 June 2024 2nd poem today! Special like the last, but they all seem that way.
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/01/2024%c2%b706%c2%b701-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1285779
A BROKEN VESSEL
Something went wrong I know not what
I snapped and crumbled into a squat
An attack from the enemy I now wrestle
And here I am – Lord – a broken vessel
I cannot as yet understand
Though I know it is all in His plan
To use me in my brokenness
To effect some sort of togetherness
I am confused and disoriented
My mind and body are segmented
Stiff as a board on one side of my face
Half of my limbs are stuck in place
I cannot speak or mutter a sound
A plague of irregularities abound
My eyes tell a story none want to hear
So please be patient – don’t fret my dear
I cry out inside please come to my aid
In my anguish I think I might have prayed
My mind is all scrambled I make no sense
Right now there is no recompense
What can I do to ease your pain
It is difficult in this condition to explain
God allowed this to happen for a reason
All in its time and its season
Please pray for me for I cannot
In this brokenness I am caught
You know me well not easily defeated
I will not give in or even feel cheated
Send me a smile – a bouquet of roses
Some open and some closes
Pray me a prayer and send it right up
In the morning pretend we share a cup
Please do not forget God loves us so much
I know He is here – I can feel His touch
Be not despaired I will be fine
I just have to untangle and rewind
Know that I love all y’all
Remember this is just a minor fall
Talk to me in pictures of various kinds
A great way to connect our minds
I will just say good-bye for now
With God and His Angels somehow
I will get through this and be better than new
All because of the prayers of you and you!
D01: 02/13/2022
MY CUP OVERFLOWS
His truth overwhelms deeply and daily;
Manifesting blessings aptly and ably;
By those who accept Jesus as Lord;
Whose actions – through faith – afford accord!
His love continues to light up a world;
Congested with turmoil – in truth – unfurled;
Perverse with evil – at every turn;
Wherein for relief – many hearts will yearn!
Justifying – His Word – shines forthwith;
In the least likely place – truth dispels myth;
Just when you think you have heard enough;
The tough get tender; the tender get tough!
The Warring Angels send the demons flying;
The Comforting Angels curtail the lying;
The Spirit surrounds the afflicted in truth;
And dispels the myth created in youth!
Through prayer and remorse, the cold heart softens;
Normally – not quickly – nor as often;
However – at times – the Spirit moves swiftly;
And Grace flows freely to heal quite quickly!
Witnessing the swiftness surely astounds;
The Power of the Spirit – it surrounds;
All who were connected through the airwaves;
Can have no doubt in mind – that Jesus saves!
My Cup Overflows with gratitude;
Happiness reigns without platitude;
No admonition to reel this soul in;
The Love of Jesus flows freely within!
All Praise and Honor and Glory are His;
In Him, Through Him, and With Him it is;
The gift of His Spirit indwelling within;
The ransom He paid – the high price of sin!
Let your cup overflow with happiness today;
Where there is a will; there will be a way;
Let your cup overflow with happiness today;
Where there is a will; there will be a way;
Patience is a Virtue; a Virtue is a Grace;
Put ‘em both together – you get a Happy Face!
D01: 04/14/2013
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/02/dear-maga-20240602-open-topic/#comment-1286127
Duchess01 Monday, 3 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/03/dear-kmag-20240603-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1286543
BUT GOD KNOWS
We do not know what tomorrow will bring
In reality we are not sure of anything
We close our eyes give way to sleep
There is no guarantee not even a peep
We say good-night to those we love
Entrust our rest to God above
Who knows the beginning from the end
Our entire life it is He who penned
Our days are full of challenges we know not
The what when why and how the outcome naught
As we awaken to a brand new day
It is God who is there to guide our way
It is He who brings light into our lives
It is we who strive and trustingly thrives
It is He who shows us the path the way
Who unconditionally loves us everyday
It is He who gave us our free will choice
It is He who gave us His grace to voice
Our decisions be they right or wrong
Will determine our stance weak or strong
Will we give in to temptation and quit
Will we be weak and meek not give a whit
Will we be strong and fight the good fight
Or will we be tempted to just take flight
We have no insight into what might come
We have no idea what direction from
If our lives are justified through others
If our needs are fulfilled by another’s
If we live each day in the last place
Will we ever be first in any case
Will we finally learn to love ourselves
Or leave our desires on the shelves
In every phase of life on earth
What we do will prove our worth
How we adjust to the highs and lows
Will determine which way our life goes
When stuck in a rut of sorrow and woe
We really have no direction to go
We haven’t asked God what He wants us to do
We are simply comfortable in feeling blue
We grieve our situation and that’s ok
He would not want it any other way
We seem to think we will figure it out
All on our own mind you we have no doubt
But God knows and He will wait for you
He’ll show you daily what He wants you to do
Signs and wonders before you displayed
All in the balance come forth to be weighed
Love one another is what you must do
Love one another as He has loved you
Listen to the clues He provides you each day
Being true to yourself is the only way
Now is the time to spread your wings
To set your sights on universal things
You might have no idea what that means
But God Knows what He put in your genes
D01: 02/16/2023
Duchess01 Tuesday, 4 June 2019
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/04/dear-kag-20240604-open-thread/#comment-1287037
A TEST OF FAITH
The Bible says Faith cometh by hearing
Hearing by the Word of God is fearing
We must walk by Faith and thus not by sight
For by Grace thru Faith we are saved upright
Being justified by Faith we have peace
Thru Jesus, the Savior, our fear will cease
Not of ourselves Faith is a Gift of God
As long as our belief is strong not flawed
Faith cannot stand alone for without works
Faith benefits not if one’s works he shirks
We are helpers of our joy by Faith we stand
With the Spirit of God in our hearts manned
It’s easy to say you have Faith until
You are tested without Faith you stand still
How many times has Jesus said to they
Your Faith has saved you now be on your way
What is it He saw lived inside of them
What power was there in His garment hem
How could He heal people from far afield
What strength within was He able to wield
The trying of your Faith worketh patience
Patience is derived thru obeisance
A Virtue by perseverance put in place
A Virtue thru practice becomes a Grace
What is it that becomes a Test of Faith
Where can we acquire a Gift of Grace
By keeping His commands and adhering
To the Word of God that we are hearing
D01: 07/29/2023
Duchess01 Wednesday, 5 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/05/dear-kag-20240605-open-thread/#comment-1287503
BORN AGAIN
What must we do to gain eternal life
We must overcome a time rife with strife
Jesus told us we would have tribulation
But to be of good cheer at His acclamation
He overcame the world so we could be free
The Gates were then opened for you and me
Without Jesus we would remain behind
Separated from God forever declined
The Kingdom of God would be closed up tight
With no way to reach it far out of sight
What a great gift God gave us thru His Son
A blessing beyond belief second to none
On earth we must earn our heavenly home
We are not here to wander or to roam
We must serve God as He told us to do
Keep His commands love one another too
Be born again of water and spirit
Faith in His Word ready to hear it
Believe Jesus is the true Son of God
Honor His Word daily give Him all laud
We must pay attention to what it means
To pray in the Spirit we must it seems
In His presence we must be to hear Him
His soft quiet voice so proper so prim
God has provided all the tools we need
In His Word lies the key the food the seed
To serve Him in this world in every way
We must be Born Again to earn our stay
D01: 08/05/2023
Duchess01 Thursday, 6 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/06/dear-maga-open-thread-20240606/#comment-1288026
BE WITH ME, JESUS
Be with me – take not – Your presence from me;
Let Your Spirit dwell – in me – let Him be;
My strength and solace – in turmoil of heart;
From me, Oh Lord – let Him never depart!
Without You, Lord – there is no breath of life;
Without You, Lord – the sorrow – it is rife;
Happiness eludes me – from my soul – it is gone;
Your peace in me – is vacant – totally withdrawn!
Hide not Your face from me – show me Your love;
Touch my heart with Your grace – sent from above;
Abandon me not – in my hour of need;
In Your great love, Lord – I am blessed indeed!
Fill me with your Spirit – right to the brim;
Let not hopelessness enter – faith be dim
Renew me – redo me – all over again;
Today – tomorrow – forever – Amen!
Infuse me – use me – for Your Glory, Lord;
Let me not forget – the truth in Your Word;
Raise me up, Lord – both steadfast and strong;
Be with me, Lord – where You only belong!
Strengthen me – Lord – oh, please hear my cry;
I don’t need to know the what, where or why;
I trust in Your judgment – Your mercy, Lord;
I trust in the truth revealed in Your Word!
I trust in Your Love poured out on the Tree;
I trust in Your Promise to always be;
Faithful and true for eyes that can see;
There for us all – who trust in Thee!
Be with me – Lord – refresh me – renew me;
This pain and discomfort – really threw me;
Jesus, come quickly – come quickly, I pray;
Let this doubt not take hold – unravel – fray!
Oh, precious, incorruptible Blood of the Lamb;
Encompass me – protect me – the sinner I am;
Enthrall me – befall me – change me within;
Blot my sin – from Thy sight – let it begin!
Wherein and where out – let the demon flee;
Far away – to the dry place – let it be;
Confined in the spaces – to do no harm;
To cause no distress – disruption – alarm!
Wash me – and cleanse me – pure white as snow;
Be near me – cheer me – wherever I go;
Lift my distress – give me some rest – I pray;
Be with me, Jesus – and love me Your Way!
D01: 07/14/2013
Duchess01 Friday 7 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/07/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240607/#comment-1288374
A BROKEN HEART
Refreshing rain falls at dawn;
Pulsating pain throbs thereon;
Devouring dark woebegone;
Reliving rift cast upon!
Emptiness is – at best;
Openness to – be blessed;
Loneliness to fill the void;
Peacefulness to be enjoyed!
Knowing not just how to proceed;
Gasping; grappling to fill the need;
Betraying all so carefully taught;
Warbling woe – dolefully distraught!
Broken bastion defiled with sorrow;
Token turmoil signals the morrow;
Desperately dangling by a thread;
Covetously clinging to the dread!
Beckoning God a cry aloud;
Hearkening the Spirit avowed;
Awakening awe to exhume;
Allowing angels sweet perfume!
Attending attention to prayer;
Prostrating prevention to despair;
Lifting listlessness up on high;
Loving lowliness with a sigh!
Repenting; relinquishing all to Him;
Releasing; replenishing to the brim;
Lovingly laying the burden aside;
Securely saving a place to reside!
Reasonably realizing the vanity;
Bordering; basking on insanity;
Refusing reproving dangerously;
Anguishing; angering anxiously!
Lovingly, knowingly His Spirit He sent;
Imposing, imploring the need to repent;
Rebuking, relinquishing the control;
Disarming, disavowing His console!
Freely forgiving the fool heartedness;
Allowing His Love to replace distress;
Remembering love can conquer all;
Without love we are destined to fall!
Love of neighbor begins within you;
Loving yourself is critical, too;
Emotionally even and adept;
Protectively proper the heart is kept!
A heart that is broken can be repaired;
By His suffering and death; Jesus cared;
For all who are hurting and feeling reviled;
For all Jesus had compassion complied!
Suffering senselessly, He gave His all;
So you must do so that you do not fall;
The deception of evil is so perverse;
Resist all temptation; reverse the curse!
Feelings are not facts, but do cloud your mind;
No rational thought will you ever find;
With your feelings rampant out of control;
There’s no turning back; no way to console!
Give all your love and honor to Jesus;
He died on the tree to save and ease us;
When you are weak; it is He who is strong;
In His loving care is where you belong!
D01: 04/12/2013
Duchess01 Saturday, 8 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/08/2024%c2%b706%c2%b708-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1288763
WHAT A WONDERFUL PLACE THIS IS
You open your eyes to a brand new day
And God is right there to make straight your way
Enveloped in His Fatherly embrace
He guides you to this wonderful place
With coffee in hand or maybe some tea
God brings us here to share and be
Cantankerous cats or Daily Devotional
Excites elicits the emotional
Giggles galore tickle the funny bone
To Magnificent Music you are prone
As you don your Armor you will see
Protected and secure you will be
Each one chimes in to cheerfully greet you
They lift up your spirits then to meet you
With sunrises flowers stained glass windows
One by one they emerge from the shadows
Sometimes they will tell a story or two
Something uncanny meant to amuse you
They tug at your heartstrings oh yes they will
Bring you right back with unparalleled skill
So rev up your computer – Come and see
What a wonderful place this happens to be
Do not hang from your branch upside down
Turn that around get rid of the frown
Do not worry – be happy – we’re here to help
No need to shout out or screech yell or yelp
We have experienced life at its worst
And at its best we are all well versed
So come and join us for the verse of the day
Bring your coffee tea with whatever you may
Give God all the Honor Glory and Praise
For it is to Him our voices we raise!
D01: 05/01/2023
Duchess01 Sunday, 9 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/09/dear-maga-20240609-open-topic/#comment-1289124
LIKE A CHILD
Like a Child – to you, Lord – I long to be;
Humble not proud – nor haughty – to Thee;
Trusting – forgiving – lovingly giving;
Innocent and pure – faithfully living!
You promised Your kingdom – and rightfully;
To those who – like children – are delightfully;
Pure in spirit – with simplicity of heart;
Where the Spirit resides – and will not depart!
As a child of God – I will give You my all;
Lest my sins weigh me down – and be my downfall;
Let my heart be not proud – or my eyes haughty;
Let me be innocent – pure – and rarely naughty!
What can a child do – an adult cannot?
Forgive in an instant – without a thought;
A child has compassion – when another hurts;
He comforts – consoles – no malice he blurts!
In awe of his God is the little child;
His love is great – his heart undefiled;
He sees no ethnicity or skin color;
His friend is a pal of vigor and valor!
Never let pride enter into your heart;
It causes the Spirit to quickly depart;
Be slow to anger and quick to forgive;
For it is in dying – that you will live!
When another is injured or afflicted;
Let compassion rule – be not conflicted;
As your Heavenly Father gives to you;
For brother and sister – so you must do!
In your relations – be honest and true;
Do not deceive – let your ego rule you;
For what do you gain – when left all alone?
All puffed up in pride – your friendship blown!
How can a man be childlike in spirit?
Be pure of heart – and receive great merit;
What can he do to please Jesus each day?
He must humble himself – there’s no other way!
Whoever humbles himself Like a Child;
Will be greater in heaven – never exiled;
Whoever receives one – in Your Holy name;
Receives Child and You – one and the same!
D01: 09/28/2013
From the 06/10/24 daily…..
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/10/dear-kmag-20240610-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1289387
LOVE IN ACTION
Unexpected kindness touches the heart
A listening ear can yield a fresh start
When in a quandary of the feeling kind
Tis hard to explain what we left behind
Feelings are not facts justified away
Kept hidden from view for another day
Sooner or later they come into the light
Where the future is happier and bright
Where circumstances have mightily changed
And our flawed thinking has been rearranged
Angels surround us of the human kind
That reveal the truth to the human mind
When we speak from the heart no sound returned
We will find what God planned to be learned
We cannot know the perfect mind of God
We can only concur it is to be awed
His ways are not our ways nor ever will be
And His thoughts not what we can foresee
Where there seems to be no possible way
His love in action brings a brighter day
The sadness and loneliness is lifted
With a new sense of purpose we are gifted
Happiness returns and we’re flying high
To hopeless heartache the end draws nigh
God knows the beginning and the end
He knows recesses of the heart bend
When healing occurs and we are set free
The promise of tomorrow comes to be
D01: 07/25/2023
Duchess01 Monday, 11 June 2024.
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/11/dear-kag-20240611-open-thread/#comment-1289722
GIFT OF GRACE
His Grace is abundant in meekness
His strength is made perfect in weakness
Gladly glory in your infirmities
And do not fear any adversities
When you are torn and worn from battle
Angels will remove the rote rattle
Lift you up and attend to your sores
The bruises and scars from many wars
When you are dejected defeated and down
Remember God’s mercy will soon abound
He will carry you gently while you heal
The power of His Love you will surely feel
By the Grace of God you are who you are
His Grace imparted on you left no scar
You labored more abundantly than many
More than adequate which was plenty
By Grace you are saved thru Faith it is said
And not of yourself but a gift instead
One of many God bestows upon those
Who obey His commands even en throes
When you are weakened spiritually
Be rest assured of God’s right remedy
Nothing that happens is ever too large
Be still and know that He is in charge
By your side He will always be ready
To raise you right up and keep you steady
By Grace through Faith you belong to Him
A loving gift He confers not on a whim
D01: 08/22/2023
Duchess01 Wednesday 12 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/12/dear-kag-20240612-open-thread/#comment-1290150
REASON FOR THE SEASON
In private affairs there is a reason
In worldly affairs there is a season
Circles and cycles and high holy days
Scattered and shattered in a dizzy daze
We cannot discount the whirlwind we’re in
To untangle the turmoil where do we begin
We know it is not for the good of all
That evil has escalated its pall
It is not their time or so we’ve been told
Many of their ploys are getting quite old
The timeline does not belong to them
It is God’s timing or naught ahem
God promised to deliver us for sure
If we turned and were willing to endure
If we put our trust entirely in Him
We’d not be fearful of each evil whim
If we acknowledge Him in all we do
Have faith in His power to subdue
If we do not lose hope in His sovereignty
Over all that might bring catastrophe
Have we reached the point of no return
Will we attain the peace for which we yearn
Do we believe God can reverse the curse
Or do we believe it will only get worse
There is a reason for every season
And God knows who is guilty of treason
What has been stolen from us over years
He’ll restore sevenfold with debt He clears
D01: 09/25/2023
WE NEED A MIRACLE
Most of the time we just accept
Our daily lot in life
But sometimes we are so inept
The challenges are rife
We have the tendency to forget
Just how powerful You are
In a pool of pity we regret
Bumping heads with the bizarre
We have not because we ask not
It is as simple as that
Prayers unanswered we are taught
Unworthy are we to chat
Whoever told you that demon lie
Was far removed from His Word
They tell you give up give in and die
They hide the truth keep it blurred
Why are there no miracles
As were in Our Savior’s day
Where are the holy oracles
That teach us the perfect way
What are we missing we cannot receive
Is it unworthiness or unwillingness
That makes it impossible to believe
Methinks it is our willy nillyness
Do you believe in miracles
Have you experienced any today
Are they everlasting durables
Did He not promise to make straight your way
So many are in need of a miracle
Broken bodies, minds, and souls
We even call ourselves deplorable
Shattered to pieces like potholes
Worthy are we of God’s highest blessing
Do not doubt the Power of God
Press in Press in and be ever pressing
Give Him Praise, Honor, Glory and Laud
We need a miracle from God Most High
Our nation in peril and illness abound
We are stressed out and anxious why oh why
We are depressed with no cure to be found
Do you doubt His unconditional love
Did He want us to be miserable
No desires of the heart from above
Well that is just wrong and unbiblical
In His Word he teaches us the secrets
Of living a full and abundant life
That our suffering is all but needless
By His Mighty Hand He cuts through the strife
Well we need a miracle right here and now
Not just for one but for all the many
We need to experience them now somehow
We ask and receive them all a plenty
D01: 04/28/2023
From https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/13/dear-maga-open-thread-20240613/#comment-1290540
AMEN!
Duchess Friday, 14 June 2024 1st of 2.
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/14/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240614/#comment-1290866
WHERE ARE WE NOW?
Is your brain close to being fried
Can you believe how much they lied
Can you imagine what they did
The evil they devised and kept hid
Is this a military operation
That is really running our nation
Or is it a God-centered blessing
That will leave the enemy confessing
They claim we are in an information war
Well if that is true what is the score
How far are we interdictory
How close are we to victory
Our patience it is wearing thin
As we traverse thru the storm we’re in
How close are we to the end
Of this horror movie penned
There is one thing that is certain
The drawing of the veiled curtain
As their evil plot it thickens
From dark to light it quickens
The battlefield has forever been
Between good and evil from within
The imbalance caused by ignorance
Left us all shrink-wrapped in a trance
Until we awakened right on cue
We had no idea of what to do
Our daily agony just lengthened
Until we gathered and strengthened
Infiltrated extensively to the max
With enemy operatives in packs
Mesmerized imbibed and bribed
By the powers of darkness ascribed
Only God can disband this formidable foe
One that travels back and forth to and fro
That inhabits weak unsuspecting hosts
That of his successes he often boasts
The remnant petitioned the Throne of Grace
To bombard the enemy and deter his pace
With fire, fury and force He will outpace
With His Army of Angels He will displace
As pharaoh in his arrogance He smote
The Corrupt Cabal will miss the boat
We will be free as He meant us to be
God will save America soon you’ll see
D01: 06/27/2022
Duchess01 Friday. 14 June 2024 2nd of 2.
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/14/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240614/#comment-1290871
I SAID A LITTLE PRAYER
I said a little prayer for You
And You and You and You
It was so instantaneous
Cause I care so much for You!
I asked Our Heavenly Father
To bless each and every one
From early in the morning
Until the day is done.
I asked Our Heavenly Physician
To heal you; make you whole
To reach inside of you and touch
Your mind, body, and soul!!!
I asked the Heavenly Angels
To attend to all your needs
To lift you up and comfort you
And help you plant those seeds!!!
I asked the Holy Spirit
To guide, inspire, and direct
Every single step you take
Mind, body, and soul perfect.
I asked those who are suffering
Remember one important thing
After the trial is over
His blessings He will bring!!!
I asked God for some laughter
The best medicine we know
To ease your pain wherever
As you come and as you go.
But most of all I asked God
To heal your aching heart
And from you never never
To leave you or depart!!!
D01: 11/20/2021
Duchess01 Saturday, 15 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/15/2024%c2%b706%c2%b715-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1291193
THE DARK NIGHT
The evening tide has a golden glow
The sun rests below the horizon show
The birds scurry fast to their nesting place
As the day turns to night to each private space
We calm for sleep our night prayer rises
Thoughts of our day and happy surprises
We think of our loved ones and of our friends
Lift them up in prayer that never ends
We each suffer from trials, tests, and troubles
Sometimes the challenges come in doubles
Other times we are bombarded beyond
Our ability to even respond
If we release the Sword of the Spirit
The enemy flees because he fears it
If we take authority send him to flight
If we speak life and healing we’ll be alright
In the Spirit we can fight from within
We can defeat the demonic and win
Our weapons are more mightier by far
With God by our side not even at par
The darkness is the demonic playground
Where anxiety and depression abound
One is but fear and the other is gloom
In God’s domain there is really no room
When we are weak God is much stronger
No need to accept defeat any longer
If we have faith like the mustard seed
That is the substance of what we need
D01: 08/18/2023
Duchess01 Sunday 16 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/16/dear-maga-20240616-open-topic/#comment-1291532
A FATHER’S LOVE
How many times have you fallen short
And the accuser has taken you to court
To enumerate the times you faulted
To report your failure to God exalted
What would a loving Father say or do
When He lays His eyes on repentant you
He’d welcome you home in a warm embrace
Your sins He’d forgive and quickly erase
The prodigal son is not just a fluke
Notice his father gave him no rebuke
When he returned he was a broken man
In his wisdom his father knew the plan
Had he not learned in his foolishness
What he had done in his stupidness
Was he better off for what he had done
Or was he regretting his quest for fun
We have all been like the child who was lost
We have paid for our foibles a high cost
We might have justified our acts away
Ignored them for a future time or day
Ashamed to ask Our Father to forgive
We kept them hidden maybe to outlive
We may not realize what is kept inside
Prevents us from moving or ever thrive
Our Father’s Love is like no other
To forgive and forget is no bother
His unconditional love to advise
A Father’s Love will aptly apprise
D01: 09/05/2023
Duchess01 Sunday 16 June 2024 2nd for Fathers Day!
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/16/dear-maga-20240616-open-topic/#comment-1291534
PAPA DEAR
We are excited for our day with you
Wonder what unexpected we will do
Unlike what we normally would see
Amazing activities planned by thee
We are spoiled by tech and silly specs
But God’s creation has its effects
Only you know what we need to see
Better for us you just happened to be
We had no idea our time here with you
Would enrich us with memories anew
We cannot imagine our life without
The marvel of God’s creation no doubt
Ah but you Papa are surely determined
We’d eventually be God’s confirmand
Oblivious we’re to what God had planned
An outing with you and this merry band
As we stroll about we will most likely miss
Creatures God blessed with His heavenly kiss
The little ones we take but for granted
His creation to support what’s planted
Maybe someday we will come forth to see
What God had foreseen wanted us to be
Right now we are watching wondering what
We are experiencing that will jut
We might not know that being here now
Is God’s way of reaching us somehow
Through Him and with Him we will always be
Closer to Him and closer to thee – PAPA
D01: 07/28/2023
Duchess01 3 for the day! Sunday, 16 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/16/dear-maga-20240616-open-topic/#comment-1291530
BEHIND CLOSED DOORS
What is going on behind the closed doors
What is that banging underneath the floors
Why are they missing and where did they go
What can we do to stop this throbbing throe
The Warring Angels have taken to flight
All ranks and divisions are ready to fight
The Soldiers and Seals are primed and ready
Geared up for the rescue and staunchly steady
We cannot forget God’s precious babies
We must rescue them from deranged crazies
Out of the darkness and into the light
From their oppressors and forceful fright
The horror the nightmares and the torment
For a child of God this torture not meant
From a loving home to a dungeon dark
The eyes of the child have long lost their spark
What can we do post our daily prayers
How can we disrupt their lawless affairs
Their high up positions and their lawyers
Protect the secrets of these evil sawyers
We can expose them to God’s holy light
We can support those who for them do fight
We can disrupt their money flow at last
By crashing the systems that get them past
We can track their victims at entry point
And blow up their tunnels at each joint
We’ll surveil the perps in their hidden lairs
Cut off their supply and their money shares
We will catch them right quick in the act
After the Soldiers and Seals swift attack
By God’s Mighty Hand they’ll be brought right down
To the depths of darkness where they are bound
D01: 07/13/2023
Duchess Monday 17 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/17/dear-kmag-20240617-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1291796
THE HEART UNDERSTANDS
Poking and prodding the bear rarely works
He just lingers and shrugs and simply smirks
He curls up and cuddles in his lair alone
Where it is safe from prying eyes full-blown
How can they possibly see me for me
I have revealed little of who I be
Without a good-bye quickly left the nest
Under duress I simply failed to attest
They reached out to me when I needed help
I could hardly move or let out a yelp
The pain of the loss was fresh in my mind
I could barely sleep let alone unwind
And now it has been too long to explain
What happens to me over and over again
With what I must grapple day in and out
They have no idea what it’s all about
I could make excuses but that will not fly
I could explain the what where when and why
But that will not cut it a single bit
I just needed some time to deal with it
Ask anyone who has grieved a great loss
There are ups and downs a simple coin toss
There are ins and outs with nowhere to go
Let it all out – stop the back/forth to/fro
You have been patient with me this I know
As I struggle to find a path to forward go
While I come to grips with whom I can be
Without the love of my life tis hard you see
D01: 02/18/2024
Duchess01 Monday 18 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/18/dear-kag-20240618-open-thread/#comment-1292194
TALKING WITH JESUS
Good Morning, Dear Jesus – Oh, how I love You;
Have so much to tell You – don’t know what to do;
Where do I begin – wherefore do I start;
Please send Your Spirit – to dwell in my heart!
I thank You, Dear Jesus – for all You’ve done;
For the blessings received – and victories won;
For a roof over my head – and food in the fridge;
For kind, loving friends – for problems to bridge!
Thank You, Dear Jesus – coming to D’s aid;
For getting her home – her head down she laid;
For blessing today – as only You can do;
For all that You’ve done – I sincerely thank You!
Thank You, Dear Jesus – for Morning Prayer;
That came to us from – our demon slayer;
There’s no weapon formed against her this day;
That will deter her – or – get in her way!
She carries Your Spirit – where’er she goes;
Where she goes and preaches – nobody knows;
For her assignments come – directly from You;
Through obedience – she knows – just what to do!
What a blessing she is – I pray You’ve told her;
But, I think she knows – through all she must shoulder;
She questions not – a single Word from You;
Gets to doing – what You’ve asked her to do!
She doesn’t mind one bit – being used by You;
It excites her soul – body – and spirit – too;
Each one is welcome – no matter what his plight;
For souls she will witness – for souls she will fight!
The Gift of Your Love – she spreads all around;
Here, there, and everywhere – all around town;
Wherever she goes – You bless those she greets;
At churches and homes – You bless those she meets!
Her talents are many – Gifts of the Spirit;
Because she was willing – Your Word – to hear it;
To preach and to teach – all who are able;
All who are hungry – come to Your table!
Thank You, Dear Jesus – for blessings abound;
Today and every day – with Love – You astound;
So many are hurting – but – little by little –
Heaven and Earth pass – one jot or one tittle!
Shall no wise pass from the law – till all be fulfilled;
When it all comes to fruition – just as You willed;
When we are in Heaven – enjoying the treasures;
That we have stored up there – the fruits that He measures!
A ‘Happy Dance’ we’ll dance – for happy we’ll be;
In Heaven with You – for all eternity;
Until then, Dear Jesus – hold us tight and fast;
Till our work here is done – in Heaven at last!
D01: 11/07/2014
Bakocarl Tuesday, 18 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/18/dear-kag-20240618-open-thread/#comment-1292232
Our Road to Emmaus
As life drifts by, and wends its way
It’s off to Emmaus we go
We plan our trip and make our steps
But the going is hard and slow
We have two ears that will not hear
And two eyes that refuse to see
We trip and stumble as we walk
Over goals that will never be
But along the way, Someone comes
Though we thought that we walked alone
To tell us that we’ve been chosen
And soften our hearts from hard stone
At first, of course, the Way seems strange
And so no, we just won’t believe
But in a while the White Dove comes
And now, with faith, we must receive
We wonder now how it could be
That our vain thoughts could be so wrong
That we refused to see the Light
That we resisted for so long
You see, our steps were not our own
And we were guided through it all
To ensure that we were ready
To receive our Father’s call
Here we are one of the Chosen
Seeing life now with different eyes
Hoping and watching for the time
When the trumpet sounds through the skies
And we arise then changed and new
Now complete, filled with His pure love
Seeing clearly, we know in full
Glory to our Father above!
Duchess01 Wednesday 19 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/19/dear-kag-20240619-open-thread/#comment-1292620
In honor of the Texas Heartbeat Case, the Mississippi Dobbs V Jackson Health Case, and the Governor Noem V Planned Parenthood Case, we pray the…
PRAYER IN DEFENSE OF THE UNBORN
Father God:
We come to you humbly on our knees before the Throne of Grace to ask You to exert Your Mighty Power in defense of our Precious Unborn Babies.
We give You all Honor and Glory and Praise as we put our trust in You to hear our prayer.
You know only too well the challenges the Pro-Life Movement faces in defense of the Unborn and how hard they have worked to overturn Roe V Wade.
By the Power of the Holy Spirit in Us, we have marched, petitioned the Supreme Court, and prayed for relief from the stranglehold of Roe V Wade.
By the Power of the Holy Spirit in Us, we sent Comfort Angels to cuddle the babies in distress whose lives are viciously taken from them.
By the Power of the Holy Spirit in Us, we sent the Reasoning Angels to mothers contemplating abortion to remind them of the alternatives.
As the Protector of the Unborn, we ask You to strengthen our resolve at the state level where it is lawful to kill a viable newborn.
We ask You, Father God, to bless all of the law firms who are fighting for the right to life of the Unborn.
We ask You, Father God, to bless the young adults who are marching and raising money to save the lives of the Unborn.
We ask You, Father God, to bless those at the state level in positions of authority who are fighting for the Unborn.
We ask You, Father God, to remove the funding for organizations that provide and profit from abortion in nefarious ways.
We ask You, Father God, to overturn Roe V Wade and all laws at the state level that promote abortion amd defy the right to life.
We ask You, Father God, to establish in the courts that life begins at conception.
We ask You, Father God, to forgive those who have had abortions due to pride, persuasion, and/or personal limitations.
We ask You, Father God, to change the minds and hearts of the Supreme Court in favor of the Unborn.
We ask You, Father God, to defeat the enemy and remove this scourge on our nation once and for all.
We ask You, Father God, to increase our patience and perseverance in prayer.
We thank You, Father God, for those who are fighting alongside us at every level of government in our nation.
We thank You, Father God, for our Prayer Warriors who pray for the unborn daily.
We thank You, Father God, for those who are fighting to defund organizations that support abortion.
We thank You, Father God, for supporting us on a daily basis as we fight the good fight.
We thank You, Father God, for reminding us that greater is He that is in us than he that is in the world.
We thank You, Father God, for the little blessings received and prayers answered in our fight to protect the Unborn.
We ask and acknowledge it all in the Precious and Holy Name of Your Son, Jesus Christ.
Amen.
D01: 11/30/2021
Duchess01 Wednesday 19 June 2024 – 2nd Poem.
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/19/dear-kag-20240619-open-thread/#comment-1292623
RENEW OUR MINDS, LORD
Let us not concentrate on the evil of the day
Let machinations of the enemy hold no sway
Free us from manic mind manipulation
Let Your Holy Word be our contemplation
Fashion our minds with Your Holy Grace
Fix our eyes on the splendor of our space
Breathe on us Your hallowed breath of life
Release us from daily sorrow and strife
Let us reflect on the beauty of Your creation
With awe and wonder without hesitation
So much more to appreciate aptly akin
That brings warmth to the heart herein
Cleanse us, Lord, from wayward thoughts
From worldly concerns and jackpots
From fleshly fetishes that only distract
Keep our minds wholly on You intact
Prepare our perspective to reach higher
Patient perseverance blessings acquire
While we all do fall short of Your Glory
Tis not the end of our earthly story
Infuse our minds with rich refreshment
Help us acquire accrued assessment
Give us the key to heavenly access
Secured by You will be our successes
Help us grow closer to You each day
To the Life, the Truth, and the only Way
Purify our hearts minds and bodies ado
From anything that separates us from You
Refined in the fire we all shall be
As we strive to be more holy like Thee
Renew Our Minds, Lord, we humbly implore
Guide us to eternity evermore
D01: 02/13/2023
Duchess01 Thursday, 20 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/20/dear-maga-open-thread-20240620/#comment-1293285
HELP ME, LORD
Hear my prayer, O Lord – please hear my cry;
Hide not Thy face from me – stand closely by;
Incline Thine ear to me – answer my call;
For I am helpless in my wherewithal!
My days are consumed – in pain, I move not;
My heart beats in vain – overwhelmed, besought;
I struggle to breathe – I implore Your aid;
Begging for mercy – and yet, unafraid!
Strengthen me, Lord – as only You know how;
Send forth Thy Comforter to help me now;
Send forth the angels to hold me upright;
Help me, Lord – Help me to live, love, and fight!
The enemy plagues me both day and night;
His demons work to discourage me right;
He taunts me, haunts me, and laughs at my pain;
My prayers he sees worthless – and all in vain!
Be it Your will – with Your power and might;
Remove this affliction – far out of sight;
Defeat the devil – his power disband;
Help me, Lord – with Your Healing Hand!
You called me, Lord – in Your Service to be;
Your minister, Lord – bring people to Thee;
How can I manage – for people to care?
With this heart sorely in need of repair?
I ask not for me this healing take place;
I ask not this suffering You erase;
I ask only to stand for You, O Lord;
To bring others to You in one accord!
If in this state, You still want me to serve;
If it be Your will, my heart you preserve;
Whatever you decide – I will endure;
With You by my side – of that I am sure!
Help me, Lord to accept what You decide;
In You and with You – I long to abide;
Through You and for You – my heart is alive;
Heal me, Lord – Help me – to live, love, and thrive!
D01: 5/14/2013
Duchess01 Friday 21 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/21/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240621/#comment-1293694
OH YE OF LITTLE FAITH
What concerns your heart today – pray you learn;
It’s the heart that reveals – for what you yearn;
God knows your heart – and the heart praises God;
The loyal heart – in thanksgiving – gives Him laud!
What – in faith – does man ask of God – his Lord?
Does he ask for money – or peace – to be cured?
Does he ask for understanding – knowledge – too?
Does he ask what God wants him – today to do?
What – in faith – will he undertake – this day?
Will he help another – to find his way?
Will he selfishly – ignore his brother?
Put his needs over those – of the other?
Will he – in faith – defer his safety to God?
Is he afraid to let go – and give Him laud?
Does he doubt God’s protection – and His care?
Does he trust God – with all he does and dare?
Faith is the substance of things hoped for;
The evidence of things not seen before;
It requires us to step forward – unsure;
Of what will happen – of what is in store!
What happened to Peter – when he doubted?
He sank into the water – to Jesus – he shouted;
I am in trouble – help me please – Oh Lord;
Had Peter had faith – he would’ve been on board!
Jesus rebuked him – for his lack of faith;
Oh Ye of Little Faith – to him – Jesus saith;
Will He say the same – when you’re filled with doubt?
Or will you have faith – and turn troubles about?
Do you know faith is blocked out – by your fear?
Listen and heed – give the Spirit your ear;
Repent of your sins – cleanse your heart today;
With the Spirit inside you – turn your fear away!
When you are troubled – try hard to refrain;
From losing heart – close to God – please remain;
It is His Spirit – who dispels your fear;
Repent of your sins – draw Him close and near!
Ask Him to increase – your faith and resolve;
Have no doubt He’ll oblige – doubt He’ll dissolve;
Step upward – outward in faith – be not afraid;
Oh Ye of Little Faith – may it ne’er be assayed!
D01: 01/14/2014
Duchess01 Saturday, 22 June 2024 https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/22/2024%c2%b706%c2%b722-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1294095
COMFORT ME, OH LORD
Comfort me, Oh Lord, for I am sorely afflicted;
From Your confidence and light I have drifted;
Surrounded by machines that test my body;
My brain works sporadically – and shoddy!
I have wandered around in a fog for weeks;
My muscles don’t hold; my voice it squeaks;
My joints are rubbing; my bones are frail;
I know not where I’m going or – to what avail!
Something deep inside – it seizes me tight;
I cannot even sleep all through the night;
I stumble and startle and I get confused;
From life I have retracted – joy is refused!
Comfort me, Oh Lord; I know not what to do;
Of what use I am – in this state – to serve You;
What have I done – oh, where have I failed?
I suspect that will be shown – and unveiled!
I’ve worried my wife, my family, and more;
This is not something I ever done before;
For I was the one to whom many would turn;
And now I am the object of much concern!
You have brought me down into such a state;
A place I would not go – or gravitate;
Helpless and hopeless before You – I am;
A carpenter not happy with this doorjamb!
There is a tumor that grew inside of my head;
Normally, it is something I would surely dread;
Then – in all of the hassle – to discover what;
Came an outpouring of love – a prayer putt!
Encouragement – zeal – I’ve not seen before;
With no knowledge of what might be in store;
In the weeks and months ahead and toward;
What You have in mind to bring forth forward!
Comfort me, Oh Lord, reveal Your hand;
I can take it, Lord; I will understand;
Unafraid am I of what may lie before me;
Help me, Oh Lord, I sincerely implore Thee!
Carry me, Lord, through the maze of trials;
Strengthen me, Lord, through the chorals;
Abide in me, Lord, through thick and thin;
Reside in me, Lord, renew me within!
D01: 07/02/2013
Context note by Duchess…..
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/22/2024%c2%b706%c2%b722-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1294165
More context…..
HE WAS OUR BEST TENOR – AND NOW SINGS IN THE HEAVENLY CHOIR !!!
THE HEAVENLY CHOIR
Sing a new song – unto the Lord – our God;
Just as the Heavenly Choir – gives Him laud;
Daily they praise Him – in sweet adoration;
Joyfully – their song – is just jubilation!
Glory to God in the Highest – they sing;
On their timbrels and harps – they ring;
A joyful noise – unto the Lord – in Heaven;
As their song rises – like bread with leaven!
The trumpets sound in a bountiful blast;
With triumphant blows – the effect is vast;
The Heavenly Choir sings a vibrant song;
To sing Praise to the Lord – all the day long!
Holy – Holy – Lord God – Almighty One;
A new member – we suspect – You have won;
In an earthly choir – his voice he raised;
His great love for You – in song he praised!
In the earthly choir – we lift up our voices;
In praise and thanksgiving – our song choices;
Give Glory to God – through gifts He has given;
To praise Him and thank Him – we are driven!
Nary has a voice gone unnoticed – by He;
No matter how meek or weak it may be;
For the voice of the young is strong and clear;
While the older voice – we can hardly hear!
When we earn our place in the Heavenly Choir;
Our voice is renewed at that very hour;
So while we are here – we sing songs of praise;
Till God takes us home – our voices we raise!
Imagine the sound of Praise to the Lord;
Imagine the joy to sing in His Word;
To someday sing in the heavenly realm;
The happiness is sure to overwhelm!
While we are here we do the best we can;
To praise Him in song – and instrument plan;
To be worthy someday to be chosen among;
The Heavenly Choir that leaves no song unsung!
D01: 11/05/2013
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/22/2024%c2%b706%c2%b722-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1294230
Duchess01 Saturday 22 June 2024 2nd Poem and remembrance of an old friend.
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/22/2024%c2%b706%c2%b722-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1294230
HE WAS OUR BEST TENOR – AND NOW SINGS IN THE HEAVENLY CHOIR !!!
THE HEAVENLY CHOIR
Sing a new song – unto the Lord – our God;
Just as the Heavenly Choir – gives Him laud;
Daily they praise Him – in sweet adoration;
Joyfully – their song – is just jubilation!
Glory to God in the Highest – they sing;
On their timbrels and harps – they ring;
A joyful noise – unto the Lord – in Heaven;
As their song rises – like bread with leaven!
The trumpets sound in a bountiful blast;
With triumphant blows – the effect is vast;
The Heavenly Choir sings a vibrant song;
To sing Praise to the Lord – all the day long!
Holy – Holy – Lord God – Almighty One;
A new member – we suspect – You have won;
In an earthly choir – his voice he raised;
His great love for You – in song he praised!
In the earthly choir – we lift up our voices;
In praise and thanksgiving – our song choices;
Give Glory to God – through gifts He has given;
To praise Him and thank Him – we are driven!
Nary has a voice gone unnoticed – by He;
No matter how meek or weak it may be;
For the voice of the young is strong and clear;
While the older voice – we can hardly hear!
When we earn our place in the Heavenly Choir;
Our voice is renewed at that very hour;
So while we are here – we sing songs of praise;
Till God takes us home – our voices we raise!
Imagine the sound of Praise to the Lord;
Imagine the joy to sing in His Word;
To someday sing in the heavenly realm;
The happiness is sure to overwhelm!
While we are here we do the best we can;
To praise Him in song – and instrument plan;
To be worthy someday to be chosen among;
The Heavenly Choir that leaves no song unsung!
D01: 11/05/2013
From Duchess!
SHOW US HOW
Getting close to God a prolonged process
The first thing we must do is get access
His love letter to us many books long
Holds knowledge that shows how to belong
Instructions are there for daily study
No need for an interpreter or a buddy
Just let the Spirit of God be your guide
He is the counsel that resides inside
Everything you need to know about life
Is detailed and methodical and rife
With history and stories and promises
Situations and sound assurances
What does God expect and want us to do
His commandments will give us a clue
When we have covered and agreed to all
There is one more Jesus gave to recall
The Bible talks about sin and its peril
How we must repent of what is feral
The consequence of sin is surely death
Separation from God for eternity breath
God loves us so much He left us the key
The instructions and protections to be
Holy as He is holy for it we must strive
Each hour of each day we are alive
Show us how, Lord, to be better than best
To be what you need long before we rest
To serve You in any way that You ask
Willingly and ably up to the task
D01: 08/01/2023
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/23/dear-maga-20240623-open-topic/#comment-1294506
Duchess01 Monday 24 June2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/24/dear-kmag-20240624-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1294961
WHO AM I
Who am I that God cares for me
Who is it I am supposed to be
What is it I am called to do
What makes me worthy of You
Have you ever pondered God
Have you ever wondered laud
Have you ever contemplated
Have you ever elevated – God
Did you know that you are blessed
With gifts and talents and zest
Have you ever considered why
You are the apple of God’s eye
We have jobs, titles, and responsibilities
Accountabilities acceptabilities permeabilities
No matter how confusing it all may be
God has a purpose and plan for thee
When guided by the Holy Spirit
We are moved if we can hear it
The voice of God from within
Where to go when to begin
We believe and receive
We are able to achieve
Because God wills it for us
We obey He gives the plus
We are here on an eternal quest
On our pathway we are but a guest
This life is our test to be worthy
For where we will end this journey
Have you ever been asked
To do something over tasked
Impossible for you but not for Him
God did not chose you on a whim
God knows the beginning and the end
It is your free will that may not bend
To His will we must be fully aware
Only way to know is through prayer
Whatever He asks of you to do
You must be willing and able on cue
You must obey His daily command
It is not a wish it is a demand
So if you are daily thinking
About God’s plan to be linking
Listen to what the Spirit asks of you
Then you will know just what to do
If failure plagues you – anxiety too
If life in general is making you blue
If you are lost without a compass
Get off your bum kick up a rumpus
The trick to making the distress stop
Is to get up and move till you plop
Override the mental with exercise
Be not fearful and just be otherwise
God has a remedy for whatever ails you
Tap into His Spirit sit not and just stew
For greater is He who lives within
Than he whose goal is mire you in sin
Know that God wants only what is best
For you to successfully complete the test
Develop those gifts and talents for your story
Give Him the effort He deserves for His Glory
D01: 06/05/2022
Duchess01 Monday, 24 June 2024 2nd for the day! https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/24/dear-kmag-20240624-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1294963
WHAT AM I DOING?
My heart is heavy – my heart is heavy
Am I a barrier to contain like a levee
Did You not command me of the divine
Did You not appoint and show me a sign
You know I never intended to intrude
To interrupt the flow with my interlude
Perhaps you unintentionally thot it rude
To publish my introspection to be viewed
Only You know my heart and my intent
For what I have written I never meant
To insult or to preach another gospel
To come off condescending or awful
I merely wanted to interject my thoughts
For you to examine and connect the dots
I hoped to inquire inspire introspect
What I had found in my study and checked
To share it with you was my heart’s desire
Even if I was preaching to the choir
So please pardon my presumption
Please forgive me my assumption
I hope and pray in some heavenly way
I have touched your heart on this day
For sharing is caring I truly believe
Through revelation our friendships we weave
Thank you for listening with patience so pure
I’m grateful you’ve allowed me a voice adjure
If you have received a blessing from me
Then what I am doing was meant to be!
D01: 01/31/2023
A triple haiku by PAVACA, dedicated to Duchess.
I.
Ah, duchess01
Tireless encourager
Speaking Truth and Faith
II.
Poems start the day
Images with Scripture verse
Evening Prayers, also
III.
Solace — Peace — Trust — Hope
Yet, in between the lines, sense
Trial by Fire
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/24/dear-kmag-20240624-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1295098
From PAVACA
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/25/dear-kag-20240625-open-thread/#comment-1295375
A Haiku for our good DePat
Singer, Chronicler:
Paintings, Roses, and the News —
Thank you from us all. 🌹
Duchess01 Tuesday, 25 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/25/dear-kag-20240625-open-thread/#comment-1295419
SIMPLE SERENITY
When searching for simple serenity
The falsehood mask obscures verity
No way to determine or to perceive
The secret agenda there to deceive
What clues are provided for clarity
When relevance becomes a rarity
Has something been lost that cannot be found
Does the back and forth go round and around
We can’t move on when we do not let go
Of memories past tugging to and fro
We cannot go back to where we began
We must decide to move forward again
There is a direct path and place to be
That God has decided for you and me
To serve Him in this world until such time
We have completed our duty divine
It might not be what we wanted to do
Or probably something we even knew
Our lives are not written for us to view
To modify beforehand in the queue
What does it take to keep on going
How can we stop this to and froing
It takes faith in what can never be seen
To quit returning to where we have been
God wants us to prosper and live our lives
Free and happy and no longer take dives
Into a world of pestilence and pain
With no hope of happiness ever again
D01: 08/14/2023
Duchess01 Wednesday 26 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/26/dear-kag-20240626-open-thread/#comment-1295790
COUNTING BLESSINGS
When we awaken in the morning…
We are blessed
Trials of yesterday’s forewarning…
We’re less stressed
If we count the many blessings…
That are right before our eyes
We can thank God for the pressings
His little blessings in disguise
For what today are you thankful
For the sunrise over the trees
For all your friends by the tankful
For the lushness of the leaves
For the flowers in the garden
All blooming fresh and new
For the blessing of the pardon
Forgiveness to renew
As our eyes take in the wonder
Of our Creator’s Mighty Hand
Have we taken time to ponder
The beauty He had planned
The order of Creation
Is no magical decree
It is His mighty magnificence
For all to enjoy and see
Look to your family – another gift
Where two hearts are enjoined as one
His love spread far and wide and swift
To learn and laugh – and just have fun
We thank You Father – for so many gifts
For all that You have done
Even for the twists and turns and shifts
We know that we have won
If we’ve been remiss in our thinking
You are there to save the day
We might feel at times we are sinking
But You – Lord – have found a way
So many times – we get discouraged
We want to give up and give in
You send Your Angels – we’re encouraged
By Your Spirit that lives within
Lord – will you please forgive us
If we forget the blessings you pour
Doubt and fear will misgive us
As they suddenly come to the fore
We are human and prone to mistake
To quandaries and confusion
We need Your Spirit our souls retake
Dispel all the foolish delusion
We will remember our blessings to count
As we awaken from sleep each day
For we will meet You someday at the mount
And You will ask us – what will we say
Will we tell Him our first thought was good
Will we let Him know we are most grateful
When we arose from our bed and stood
For the blessings we have by the crateful!
D01: 07/02/2019
Duchess01 Thursday, 27 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/27/dear-maga-open-thread-20240627/#comment-1296089
HELP ME, LORD
Hear my prayer, O Lord – please hear my cry;
Hide not Thy face from me – stand closely by;
Incline Thine ear to me – answer my call;
For I am helpless in my wherewithal!
My days are consumed – in pain, I move not;
My heart beats in vain – overwhelmed, besought;
I struggle to breathe – I implore Your aid;
Begging for mercy – and yet, unafraid!
Strengthen me, Lord – as only You know how;
Send forth Thy Comforter to help me now;
Send forth the angels to hold me upright;
Help me, Lord – Help me to live, love, and fight!
The enemy plagues me both day and night;
His demons work to discourage me right;
He taunts me, haunts me, and laughs at my pain;
My prayers he sees worthless – and all in vain!
Be it Your will – with Your power and might;
Remove this affliction – far out of sight;
Defeat the devil – his power disband;
Help me, Lord – with Your Healing Hand!
You called me, Lord – in Your Service to be;
Your minister, Lord – bring people to Thee;
How can I manage – for people to care?
With this heart sorely in need of repair?
I ask not for me this healing take place;
I ask not this suffering You erase;
I ask only to stand for You, O Lord;
To bring others to You in one accord!
If in this state, You still want me to serve;
If it be Your will, my heart you preserve;
Whatever you decide – I will endure;
With You by my side – of that I am sure!
Help me, Lord to accept what You decide;
In You and with You – I long to abide;
Through You and for You – my heart is alive;
Heal me, Lord – Help me – to live, love, and thrive!
D01: 05/14/2013
Duchess01 Friday, 28 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/28/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240628/#comment-1296615
WELL DONE FAITHFUL SERVANT
God was with you there is no doubt
As you scurried around about
Your friends rallied all about around you
Just as God’s Angels came to surround you
Did you feel renewed vigor and strength
Spurred on by powerful prayers at length
The Light of the Spirit living in you
Beamed thru arrangements of glorious hue
A blessing out of the blue touched your heart
And you sensed all unworthiness depart
The sweet sound of words in awe acclaiming
The pride of a daughter in Dad exclaiming
We Thank You, Lord, for blessings received
Pouring down from Heaven we so believed
She will remember this day with delight
And step into a future oh so bright
Those who attended were in for a treat
But far more were with you to help complete
The Gifts of the Spirit were on display
To ensure success of a perfect day
What more could we ask of God above
Than this celebration be filled with love
All Honor Glory and Praise be His
For helping Dad take care of his biz
We Thank You, Father, from all of us here
For what we have today to praise and cheer
As the scripture says and we pray it be
Well Done Faithful Servant for all to see
D01: 05/28/2023
Duchess01 a 2nd poem 😁, Friday, 28 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/28/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240628/#comment-1296689
BE WITH ME, JESUS
Be with me – take not – Your presence from me;
Let Your Spirit dwell – in me – let Him be;
My strength and solace – in turmoil of heart;
From me, Oh Lord – let Him never depart!
Without You, Lord – there is no breath of life;
Without You, Lord – the sorrow – it is rife;
Happiness eludes me – from my soul – it is gone;
Your peace in me – is vacant – totally withdrawn!
Hide not Your face from me – show me Your love;
Touch my heart with Your grace – sent from above;
Abandon me not – in my hour of need;
In Your great love, Lord – I am blessed indeed!
Fill me with your Spirit – right to the brim;
Let not hopelessness enter – faith be dim
Renew me – redo me – all over again;
Today – tomorrow – forever – Amen!
Infuse me – use me – for Your Glory, Lord;
Let me not forget – the truth in Your Word;
Raise me up, Lord – both steadfast and strong;
Be with me, Lord – where You only belong!
Strengthen me – Lord – oh, please hear my cry;
I don’t need to know the what, where or why;
I trust in Your judgment – Your mercy, Lord;
I trust in the truth revealed in Your Word!
I trust in Your Love poured out on the Tree;
I trust in Your Promise to always be;
Faithful and true for eyes that can see;
There for us all – who trust in Thee!
Be with me – Lord – refresh me – renew me;
This pain and discomfort – really threw me;
Jesus, come quickly – come quickly, I pray;
Let this doubt not take hold – unravel – fray!
Oh, precious, incorruptible Blood of the Lamb;
Encompass me – protect me – the sinner I am;
Enthrall me – befall me – change me within;
Blot my sin – from Thy sight – let it begin!
Wherein and where out – let the demon flee;
Far away – to the dry place – let it be;
Confined in the spaces – to do no harm;
To cause no distress – disruption – alarm!
Wash me – and cleanse me – pure white as snow;
Be near me – cheer me – wherever I go;
Lift my distress – give me some rest – I pray;
Be with me, Jesus – and love me Your Way!
D01: 07/14/2013
Duchess01 Saturday, 29 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/29/2024%c2%b706%c2%b729-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1297140
HELP IN DISTRESS
Jesus said: “I will be with you always!”
And thus – He is worthy of – all praise;
When we are weak – it is He who is strong
He will not abandon us – all day long
We go day to day stressed and strained
All helter-skelter – our efforts restrained;
By one failure and foible after another –
The buffoonery boggles – surely to smother
We start and stop till eventually;
We’re just spinning our wheels uncontrollably;
What did we forget to consider or try?
This is not working – but we don’t know why
Did we pray and ask and did we conceive?
His gifts, fruits, and wisdom – did we receive?
Or did we just think we could do without?
Ask not a question or wonder or doubt?
After all, we are smart – we can do it ourselves;
We can order and sort and arrange on the shelves;
Why would we need any assistance at all?
We’re ready, willing, able – to answer the call
When we try to do anything on our own;
We reap only partially what we have sown;
Without Jesus Christ – our success is nil;
When we attempt to succeed – by our own will
Through prayerful reflection – dedicate your day;
Relinquish your effort – send your strife His way;
Prayerfully – carefully – just listen to Him;
Without His assistance – your chances are slim
So next time you venture out into the world;
Take care to pray, first – lest you be unfurled;
Through the self and its plagues of centeredness;
You get dire deception and pigheadedness
Remember what Jesus has promised He’d do;
To always be with you – send His Spirit, too;
When you are distraught and distracted someday;
Your Help in Distress – is the Truth, Life, and Way!
D01: 07/30/2013
Duchess01 Sunday, 30 June 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/30/dear-maga-20240630-open-topic/#comment-1297578
MISCONCEPTION
When people talk and make some sense;
There is understanding and recompense;
The ease at which words move and flow;
The comforting contact is what we know!
And yet these words if misapplied;
Can twist and turn and be denied;
The meaning can – in fact – imbue;
Till nothing contained therein is true!
Go back to where you once began;
When all was fine and peaceful man;
Before the words got mixed and twitted;
Taken out of context and retrofitted!
We cannot see inside of another;
Nor can we know the mind of our brother;
What spurs him on or touches him;
What lights his world or makes it dim!
What we can see is his reaction;
The ups and downs and distraction;
We know not where he went or why;
We know not how he went awry!
We pray and search our hearts to see;
If something changed between she and he;
And when we do we soon discover;
There is truth in there we must uncover!
No one can control the outcome to be;
Only God has the power the heart to see;
Only God can bless or curse the union;
Only He can dispel – quell the confusion!
So when two people determine their fate;
Based on fallacy – undermined by hate;
There is no conclusion – and no debate;
No good can come – so they separate!
What once was working for the good of all;
Is covered by a thick, black, ugly pall;
And all because of a misconception;
Words that were twisted in ill perception!
D01: 08/10/2013
Duchess01 Sunday, 30 June 2024, in remembrance of PHC, posted three of her older poems. Links to the last one, others are below.
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/06/30/dear-maga-20240630-open-topic/#comment-1297602
R.I.P. PHC
GOD’S GOT YOU, PATRICK
Rest and relax – God’s Got You, Patrick
He’s holding you tight – fast and right quick
He’s working His vast Almighty Hands
All over your body as He commands
And His Spirit o’re you rightly demands!
When we praise God – Heavenly skies open
His angels are dispersed – healing holden
They carry oils – they’ll pour out on you
You cannot escape – whatever you do
So rest and relax – enjoy what you’re due.
The power of prayer unlike any other
It’s effects are uncanny – it will smother
With so much love you cannot contain
From it we will ne’er stop nor refrain
We will keep on – in its throes we’ll remain.
How does it feel, Patrick – surrounded in love
Can you feel the healing sent from above
Can you exalt in what God has in store
Wouldn’t it be great to suffer no more
As God disperses what He knows is the cure.
He can touch and heal you in the blink of an eye
He can relieve the pain for good – that is no lie
He can raise you up from that place you stay
He can free your limbs and take you away
Where you will live – to dance – another day.
Sing us a song, Patrick – a song of hope
Before you take anymore of that dope
Sing us a happy tune – so we can smile
Just as we smile – when you joke all the while
Sing us a song, Pat – one that will beguile.
Know we trust in God – when it comes to you
We acknowledge Him – whatever we do
We lean not on our own understanding
Although – at times – we can be demanding
We leave it all up to His commanding.
The power of His Spirit – can touch and heal
It can repair what is broken – to reveal
The culprit that has taken your health away
Can be defeated – ne’er to return nor stay
And we will all Praise God another day!
D01: 05/02/2019
PATRICK THE PUNK
There once was a man named PHC
Whose comments were quite absurd – you see
From out of the blue
He’d come gunning for you
Till upside down your thinking it be!
At times he could be somewhat serious
His wisdom was a might mysterious
You could sure guarantee
A giggle there would be
Off balance till you were delirious!
Heard he said on the Open Thread
Pinnings we’ve all come to dread
He was packing his bags
Without affixing the tags
One might think he was out of his head.
Oh noes – this cannot be true
What is the matter with you
Well you see it is like this
My body has run amiss
There is nothing I can do!
From anger to denial – a wild trip
Bargaining and depression – a quick quip
Acceptance is the longest
But definitely the strongest
And essential to getting a grip.
Thought Patrick was being a punk
Maybe he could even be drunk
How could this be
What are you telling me
Whatever happened to your spunk?
Not going to cry – no – no not I
There’s something stuck in my eye
Must be a speck
Oh – what the heck
It will leave on its own by and by.
So we’ll fast and pray and pray some more
That will rev up your spirit for sure
Helpless we feel
Hopeless we’ll be
If we do not see you anymore!
Our comfort now lies in the Lord
Despair we surely can’t afford
We will talk with you
We will walk with you
With faith, hope, and love outpoured.
Absent from the body – present with Him
As the light in your eyes is growing dim
We will lift you up
Till with Him you sup
And you leave your special Treehouse limb.
D01: 05/04/2019
MISSING ‘PAT IN THE HAT’
Don’t mean to bug you, ‘Cowboy Hat Pat’
Your Fan Club is here – where is it you at
We can only imagine what it is like for you
Keeping up with all you must have to do
We entertain daily – hoping for a ‘smile’
We just want to love you for a little while!
One by one – we come peeking in on you
Hoping all is copacetic there, too
We have no idea with what you must deal
We just come to share a warm breakfast meal
We pray your rest was peaceful and serene
As for your dreams – we hope they’re not obscene!
We’re unsure what the theme of the day will be
But – it will not be long before we shall see
We have fun – tell jokes – share pictures too
We try to make your days happy – not blue
So tell us – Pat – what’s up with you today
We’re anxiously waiting for you just to say!
We’ve been keeping busy waiting for word
Don’t think our concern is at all absurd
We just need our daily fix of ‘Pat in the Hat’
So there’s nothing more here than just that
We want to get the party ready for tonight
There’s dishes to prepare and we’re uptight!
Peek-a-Boo Pat – why you hiding again
You make us crazy – you know that oh man
If you’re having a party with angels ok
We would not want it any other way
If they are watching over you sleeping
We are happy they are you good keeping!
So – what is it – Pat – we can do for you
Aside from waiting for your presence due
Can we make you coffee – some breakfast
Or will it be brunch by the time you at last
Make your appearance – to cheers of all here
Where are you hiding – Oh, Patrick Dear?
Pardon our insistence – you left us wandering
Here in Patrick Land – we’re left pondering
Are you doing well – sleeping in peace
This anxiety – will it ever cease
We will stay and pray – all is well right now
Cause God is in control of thee and thou!
D01: 06/20/2019
Duchess01 Monday, 1 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/01/dear-kmag-20240701-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1298091
DELIVER ME, LORD
Deliver me, Lord who am so miserable;
My enemies assail me – most accusable;
Desirous of my forthcoming adjustability;
They demand in an instant – accountability!
For Your sake, Lord, I would suffer it all;
Any indignity that upon me might fall;
It is for you, Lord, that I live and I am;
It is for you, Lord, that I study and cram!
Have I not kept Thy holy precepts?
Have I not shared these holy concepts?
Have I not loved my neighbor as myself?
Have I put my feelings – back on the shelf?
You are faithful in all Your words and deeds;
You provide not our wants, but all our needs;
You are with us always – just as You promised;
Giving us Your peace – so we may be calmest!
Cease from thy anger and forsake all wrath;
Fret not of thyself; deter not thy path;
Return not evil for evil – and do thee good;
Retain thy righteousness – as thee should!
Take care with thy words – lest they painful sting;
For truth can be hurtful – not a pleasant thing;
Words – they cannot ever return to the mouth;
Once out in the air – they will surely turn south!
Oh, Lord – if correction and conviction I need;
Please send me Your Spirit – to my heart let Him speed;
Not a moment can I be away from You;
I cannot live on – I know not what to do!
Conflict me – convict me – and give me the pain;
I have caused another – with words I have slain;
It matters not whether or not it be true;
Nothing is worth being separated from You!
Bring healing and peace – reconciliation, too;
Do with me what you want – whatever You do;
It cannot be worse than what You endured;
Please don’t leave me alone and uncured!
I trust in Your judgment so whatever you do;
I will suffer in silence – imitative of You;
I will seek not comfort – nor praise from You;
So do what You must – to refresh and renew!
Deliver Me, Lord – and make it alright;
I have forgiven all – and I’ll stay out of sight;
Never again will I use words to say;
Nor with my words again will I slay!
D01: 08/11/2013
Duchess01 Tuesday, 2 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/02/dear-kag-20240702-open-thread/#comment-1298630
CALM MY SPIRIT – OH, MY LORD
Help me understand, Lord
What I cannot comprehend
Help me to draw inward
With what You recommend
Reason defies what we cannot see
How could this have happened
How did this have even come to be
That which has truly saddened
We cannot imagine the turmoil
That can live inside of man
The pain that can embroil
Over time it does expand
The pain it is enormous
Unruly and untamed
The situation is abnormous
No relief for the ashamed
It begins with just a sadness
A bad feeling comes about
Then grows to sheer madness
Though one may not act-out
The solemness it comes rearing
The seriousness of the claim
The ship has lost its steering
Internally comes the blame
It is not what you or I did
That created the disdain
The blame would God forbid
So from the guilt refrain
Lord Jesus healed the sick
Banished demons from the man
But no one saw the uptick
Or from where it all began
The pressure to be best
We can ever possibly be
Comes from the worldly test
That we can ever barely see
By what worldly standard
Do we step up to the plate
By what are we pandered
What drew us to the debate
We cannot know of things unseen
If not brought into the open
To what dimension we have been
Or from words that were unspoken
Though we try to make sense of it
We cannot and often fail
Only God knows the pretense of it
Obviously beyond the pale
Only God knows the why and wherefore
It is not ours to discern
So we go to the thus and therefore
We must let go of the concern
When a loved one leaves us
No matter what the cause
It truly can bereave us
Give us a time to pause
Our hearts are surely broken
What appears beyond repair
The words we left unspoken
Of those we are most aware
Calm My Spirit – Oh, My Lord
Give me peace inside of me
Help me to look only forward
Find sweet comfort unto Thee
Help me Lord to carry on
Way beyond the current day
For You are the bright new dawn
The Life, the Truth, the Way!
D01: 04/04/2022
Duchess01 Wednesday, 3 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/03/dear-kag-20240703-open-thread/#comment-1298973
OUR PRAYER
We come to Your Altar on bended knee
In the name of Jesus – we pray to Thee
One of our loved ones is in peak peril
Demons they have her over a barrel
Another test will be taken real soon
Could sink hope or take her over the moon
By the Blood of the Lamb – we are healed
By His sacrifice – our fate – it was sealed
Protect her from all danger hurt or harm
We’re calling all Angels – set the alarm
Warring Angels by the dozens dispatched
Go after those demons – get them detached
Comfort Angels dispersed to quell the fear
Through Faith – we command fear disappear
Healing Angels anoint her with the oils
Cover her completely before she spoils
Relaying Angels with a message from God
Rest in His Arms – prepare to be awed
We take authority over our friend today
By the Power of the Spirit we humbly pray
We unite in our prayer – strengthen her
To guide those in charge of her to concur
Set all instruments so accurate they be
By the Power of the Spirit command them we
Take care in your analysis – through Hope
By your training and insight help her cope
God has given you the means to infer
A possible treatment that will deter
The failure of systems rightly attached
Your expertise surely cannot be matched
Let the Hand of God guide competent hands
To do what must be done – what He commands
As we lift her up to the Heaven on High
We give it all to You – and breathe a sigh
She is in good hands – the best there be
The Angels surround her – a sight to see
We lay our petition at the feet of Your Son
Whose victory over the cross He surely won
We know in control – You must ever be
We pray for a miracle for all to see
God can fix anything – He has the clout
The Power of God is awesome no doubt!
D01: 07/02/2019
Bakocarl Wednesday, 3 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/03/dear-kag-20240703-open-thread/#comment-1298994
Justice
Our God is a God of justice
Blessed are those who wait for Him
Wrongdoers will pay for their wrongs
Justice will spare neither life nor limb
When justice is done it’s a joy
But it may not be ours to find
Justice is mine sayeth the LORD
And with it comes our peace of mind
We’ll trust in the ways of our LORD
And justice will thrive in our land
Freedom and justice will be ours
Both by His Word and by His Hand
Proverbs 21:15
When justice is done, it is a joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers.
Bakocarl Early Morning 4th of July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/04/dear-maga-open-thread-20240704/#comment-1299351
Play Ball!
In these strange days I don’t feel down
For I have hope that lifts me up
Bad things come to break my spirit
But I won’t drink that sorrowful cup
I could worry about our world
Will the dark have its evil way
Or will some good be ours to see?
Will this black night turn into day?
I could fret about the future
Just what it holds for me and mine
But that same hope rings eternal
And there’s no place for woe or whine
Just when life throws you a curve ball
A bright light comes, piercing the dark
And before you can even swing
God has hit it out of the park
So I’ll hold firmly to that hope
That God has given for all time
Knowing that He will give me strength
To walk those hills I have to climb
Duchess01 Thursday, 4th of July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/04/dear-maga-open-thread-20240704/#comment-1299523
DELIVER US, LORD
As children of God we have been set free
In His Word He declares how that can be
God desires His people to have freedom
Oppression enslavement we don’t need ’em
Seven times He directed an escape out
From His prophet He declared with a shout
Let My people go right now He ordered
But His commands were ignored and cornered
When He was despised a plan He devised
His prophet would decree as He advised
But no matter what plagued the oppressors
They continued to be the aggressors
Until the day He removed the most prized
Of the leader so stubborn and unwise
Deliverance from enslavement you see
Will occur in this year of Jubilee
Not by the hand of man will this happen
But by the hand of God it will snap in
The power of God is second to none
The only source thru which it will be done
Because we believe Jesus had the pull
The price of our freedom was paid in full
The glory of the latter will be greater
And we will be free from the agitator
Deliver us Lord from four hundred years
Of discord and incalculable tears
Restore us with blessings You had planned
Before evil came in and stole our land
D01: 08/02/2023
Duchess01 Friday, 5 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/05/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240705/#comment-1300010
PRECIOUS IN HIS SIGHT
You awaken in the morning – Praise God
You put the coffee on to perk – Thank God
You wash your face and brush your teeth
Make breakfast pet the cat down beneath
You are Precious in His Sight
You have food – You are blessed
Bacon sausage eggs the best
Pancakes syrup and sweets galore
Hash browns and fruit and so much more
You are Precious in His Sight
A nice hot shower or warm bath
Fresh clean clothes you do hath
A prayer here and a prayer there
Oh, give Him praise everywhere
You are Precious in His Sight
Wonder if prayers are responded
If something is mis corresponded
Maybe the answer is just hold on
Or not good for you now or beyond
You are Precious in His Sight
Sometimes it is hard to trust the unseen
So on your own understanding you lean
Just acknowledge Him in all of your ways
To Him give all Honor Glory and Praise
Because…You are Precious in His Sight
D01: 05/09/2023
Duchess01 Saturday, 6 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/06/2024%c2%b707%c2%b706-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1300459
PRAY IT! BELIEVE IT! RECEIVE IT!
When the doldrums hit and down you go
With little help rocking to and fro
Anguish sets in and you feel repressed
Without control and overly stressed
There is one thing that will make it stop
Guaranteed to work before you drop
Get down on your knees and begin to pray
Ask God in His goodness take it away
If you pray sincerely ask Him outright
He will hear from Heaven take up the fight
He will send His Angel Army to assist
With mighty warriors right in the midst
When you PRAY – believe with all of your heart
That God will not abandon nor depart
For in the believing we will receive
And in the praying our pain we relieve
So Pray It – Believe It – and Receive It
Whatever is hurting do not grieve it
God is a god of sweet surprises
That come in all shapes and sizes
He is warmed when we reach out to Him
Ready to refresh refine to the rim
Renewing our spirit is His specialty
Spectacularly supernaturally
If you have fallen and hit bare bottom
Remember these gifts if you caught ’em
Pray Pray Pray with all of your heart
Believe Believe Believe from the start
Sit back and relax see how God moves
Notice what He does what He proves
Be ready be confident of His love
Receive His many blessings from above
D01: 02/23/2023
Duchess01 Saturday, 6 July 2024 A 2nd poem.
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/06/2024%c2%b707%c2%b706-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1300493
SPECIAL ARE YOU
God made each of us unique and solely
Like He – He wanted us to be holy
He gave each of us both gifts and talents
All are designed to keep us in balance
No two are similar or even the same
Nor were we endowed from whence we came
As we grow through our talents we thrive
And we know through grace our gifts come alive
Have you any idea how special you are
More amazing than you believe by far
What would happen if you missed just one day
Who would fill in the blank and pave the way
No matter what others might say or think
No one can replace you if you should blink
God placed you right where He wants you to be
Without hesitation from you or me
If you think of a structure less one block
Or a herd of sheep less one from the flock
Then you know how very special are you
How important it is to do what you do
If you are a page in a chapter book
How will the story make sense or look
The missing link to this mystery
Well it could be you or it could be me
If you are wondering where you fit in
Just take a step back to where you have been
Consider where we would be without you
So Special are You to this Treehouse crew
D01: 06/09/2023
Duchess01 Sunday, 7 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/07/dear-maga-20240707-open-topic/#comment-1300754
GOODBYE, GARY!
Last night – we got the news – you were ready;
With Patty and Caryn – holding steady;
One last practice with the Choir you said;
Before you left us for your soft-cloud bed!
We watched you bravely fight the good fight;
As we sighed and prayed for you each night;
We tried our best to visit – and bring cheer;
Just as you did for us – year after year!
With gratitude – we thank you – for loving us;
For putting up with our foibles and the fuss;
We couldn’t seem to get it – right from the start;
But you were there to help – right from the heart!
You gave us encouragement with a sweet smile;
Whether a new member – or one there awhile;
You deciphered the musical score and more;
You were the Angel with accolades galore!
Good job – Simone and Margaret – and newbie;
Kathy, Bill, and Don – you inspired me – truly;
With that Psalm – that feeling – you touched my heart;
Just want you to know – your love set you apart!
Dependable and cheerful – we counted on you;
To give us a smile – a caring ear for us, too;
No matter how stressful – your day had been;
You had time – to hear what, where, and when!
From parents and children – to broken down cars;
To singers and musicians – and upcoming stars;
Nothing too trivial – passed by without note;
We all had our troubles – we’ve all missed the boat!
With a pat on the shoulder – a twinkle in your eye;
You ensured us somehow – this, too, would pass by;
Ever the optimist – you smiled and said;
All will be well – there is nothing to dread!
We will miss you, Gary – that – we cannot deny;
On your journey through life – we’re glad you stopped by;
To give us a song – a hand up – and a sigh;
On your way to your heavenly home in the sky!
D01: 10/10/2013
Duchess01 slips in a second late Sunday, 7 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/07/dear-maga-20240707-open-topic/#comment-1300985
THE HEAVENLY CHOIR
Sing a new song – unto the Lord – our God;
Just as the Heavenly Choir – gives Him laud;
Daily they praise Him – in sweet adoration;
Joyfully – their song – is just jubilation!
Glory to God in the Highest – they sing;
On their timbrels and harps – they ring;
A joyful noise – unto the Lord – in Heaven;
As their song rises – like bread with leaven!
The trumpets sound in a bountiful blast;
With triumphant blows – the effect is vast;
The Heavenly Choir sings a vibrant song;
To sing Praise to the Lord – all the day long!
Holy – Holy – Lord God – Almighty One;
A new member – we suspect – You have won;
In an earthly choir – his voice he raised;
His great love for You – in song he praised!
In the earthly choir – we lift up our voices;
In praise and thanksgiving – our song choices;
Give Glory to God – through gifts He has given;
To praise Him and thank Him – we are driven!
Nary has a voice gone unnoticed – by He;
No matter how meek or weak it may be;
For the voice of the young is strong and clear;
While the older voice – we can hardly hear!
When we earn our place in the Heavenly Choir;
Our voice is renewed at that very hour;
So while we are here – we sing songs of praise;
Till God takes us home – our voices we raise!
Imagine the sound of Praise to the Lord;
Imagine the joy to sing in His Word;
To someday sing in the heavenly realm;
The happiness is sure to overwhelm!
While we are here we do the best we can;
To praise Him in song – and instrument plan;
To be worthy someday to be chosen among;
The Heavenly Choir that leaves no song unsung!
D01: 11/05/2013
A threefer from Duchess!
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/08/dear-kmag-20240708-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1301180
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JUST FOR FUN !!! 🙃
SHALL WE
When life is fraught with turmoil and sorrow
What shall we do to change up the morrow
Shall we kick up our heels and happy dance
Would you like to oblige by happenstance
Shall we fly through the air without a plane
Shall we just be silly and go insane
Shall we walk up the path in the bright sun
What else can we drum up to have some fun
Take out your sketchpad and draw me a pic
A serene water scene and boat right quick
I will pen you a poem if you would like
Until it’s lunchtime for this little tyke
Almost forgot a fresh flower bouquet
If okay with you please choose the array
What is a meal without a centerpiece
And a hot looking chef who can appease
Shall we walk to the lake and row a boat
Shall we jump in the water try to float
If the fishes are swimming skip that part
Don’t want them nipping my toes a la carte
If we play hide and seek might be unfair
Cause I could get lost just about anywhere
Maybe we could try a quick game of pool
But sorry to say I’d just play the fool
I am out of ideas lest you have some
So far my suggestions they just seem dumb
I know what deep down I would like to do
Be on the deck and just cuddle with you
D01: 08/01/2023
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FIRST IN MIND
There once was a man named Jim
Whose chances for love were slim
Though he tried and he tried
Something missing inside
Kept love from finding him.
He talked with his friend named Jake
And asked him what it would take
To find a lady who is smart and sweet
Who would ne’er be inclined to retreat
A mighty fine wife she would make.
Jake thought a moment – then said
The answer is one you might dread
The key to love is simple to me
Not at all profound, you see
It is about putting her first instead.
Love is not found but discovered
In the things that are uncovered
Love is patient; love is kind
With another first in mind
And hope in the future recovered.
D01: 01/20/2019
__________________________
DEEP ROOTS
We definitely are not the same everyday
Life has a bad habit of getting in the way
We’re a group of varying different types
and personalities of assorted stripes
In a forum it’s easy to mix words
and want to make it right afterwards
There are clues of what lies inside
and others of something to hide
Reading too much into what is said
Just confuses the writer instead
Perhaps that is what it is I see
the banter between he and me
Just making a joke cuts the stress
Rather than hurt it serves to bless
We all have heart hurts that really cut deep
Some that occasionally cause us to weep
So keeping it light is the way to be
Makes it easier on both you and me
If we’re just having fun we need not try
To stop and examine or question why
When I cannot make sense of what it is
I write poems with solutions that fizz
They tend to begin with a question of what
And end with me falling right on my butt !!!
D01: 07/08/2023
Duchess01 Tuesday, 9 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/09/dear-kag-20240709-open-thread/#comment-1301564
HIS HEALING HANDS
Lord – on our knees – we humbly adore You;
Lord – on our knees – we humbly implore You;
Help us – we pray – to meet needs and demands;
Touch us tenderly with Your Healing Hands!
For Barb, David, Tex and families/friends;
Our hearts are burdened; the need never ends;
For the lost, lonely, and troubled – we pray;
That they may be relieved of turmoil today!
There are so many, Lord – You know their names;
Who suffer – some who – the devil reclaims;
Help us, Lord – bring them back – into the fold;
Release them, Lord, from the evil one’s hold!
There is anger – there is strife – all around;
No peace anywhere – no peace can be found;
Electromagnetic – chemical hacks;
Through food, water, air – and mental attacks!
Military – who have returned – come home;
Are plagued by technology and syndrome;
Chips in the pills – and chemicals in drugs;
Wreak havoc on health – and the body slugs!
Sometimes, we wonder why You allow this;
Why You let him win – and us you dismiss;
Sometimes – at every turn – we dismay;
We can’t understand why he has his way!
Help us, Lord – to persevere and hold on;
Help us help others know where they belong;
Help us minister – leave all up to You;
Your will not ours – we accept and pursue!
Though we may suffer along with our friends;
Though our petition – our prayer never ends;
We trust in Your Love and Your Healing Hands;
We trust in Your Promise and Your Commands!
We pray fervently – In His Name, we pray;
The Blood of the Lamb protects us each day;
Through His Mercy and Kindness – we heal;
Our souls – we are confident – He will seal!
Touch us, Dear Lord, with your Healing Hands;
Help us keep up with the prayers and demands;
Help us – through Faith – be a blessing to all;
Through divine appointments – answer Your call!
Heavenly Physician – We implore You;
Lay Your Healing Hands – on those before You;
Shine Your Light on us all so that we may see;
The Glory and Honor that belongs to Thee!
LBM: 5/28/2013
Duchess01 2nd Poem for Tuesday, 9 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/09/dear-kag-20240709-open-thread/#comment-1301598
THE PROPHETS
Prophets are humans who speak through God
Some see visions while others are awed
By what God reveals to them they must share
Backed by scripture and the Spirit through prayer
The Bible mentions of false prophets beware
They claim to speak through God unaware
Their god is not our God by any measure
Their words are a disproven endeavor
Take Elisha and the prophets of Baal
Numerous seers whose incantations fail
If what the prophet claims does come true
God’s gift rests on that person a sure clue
Prophecies have no timeline – that is of God
It is His determination that gives them laud
They contain warnings and past revelation
What has occurred prior is their elevation
The Bible names many both major and minor
Some of them are prominent and the finer
But all have one thing fairly in common
What they say will be fulfilled phenomenon
The ungodly will fail and fall short in time
Their deception will be revealed as slime
Without proof the prophecy as revealed
Will serve no purpose and have no yield
The messages from God come in many forms
Dreams poetry sermons physical norms
Prophets can speak of past present and future
Intertwined together enjoined by suture
Prophecy is judgement and restoration
Of people and nations and of causation
Not always direct or clear of happening
Ordered by events and loose fastening
Discernment is key to unveiling truth
Does not require a seer or a sleuth
The proof lies solely in the fulfillment
Drop by drop with Almighty instillment
D01: 06/27/2023
Duchess01 Wednesday, 10 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/10/dear-kag-20240710-open-thread/#comment-1301810
THE POWER OF GOD
When confronted with impossible odds
With insurmountable bauds and frauds
We look to contemplation and reason
Inward outward no matter the season
After consideration of every option
The master chosen is the swaption
Of the world we should be but naught
Through daily struggles we get caught
We twist and turn aimlessly all about
Filled with anger anguish dastardly doubt
We are tossed in the storm of no return
For the Peace of the Lord we surely yearn
What can we do to detach and dispatch
The obvious outrageous moot mismatch
What have we done that we need to undo
What can we do to secure a breakthrough
What did we do at the start that went wrong
Why is it so hard and taking so long
Why do we struggle to figure it out
It all comes back to the matter of doubt
What did Thomas doubt that was unseen
What was he missing that should have been
Why did he hesitate when others believed
What did they have he had not received
We know the story of Thomas the doubter
Unfortunately some have played the flouter
Of little faith were Thomas and Matthew
By His Word we really did not have to
In Proverbs 3 – lies quality advice
The commands are simple and thrice
Trust – Lean Not – and do Acknowledge
The path made straight by pre-knowledge
Does faith precede you in all that you do
Is obedience without further ado
Do you take it up with Him first or last
Is your turmoil present or is it past
Does doubt deter and mesmerize your mind
Do you panic because you fell behind
Are you anxiety-ridden and far off course
Have you considered the unseemly source
When we dare to doubt the Power of God
We fail to trust – acknowledge – give Him laud
We think falsely there is naught He can do
Tho’ the impossible He can make anew
A time when we were too lost and tossed
It appeared the bridge could not be crossed
The mountain was much too high to mount
And problems were too numerous to count
Not so – not anymore – God is in charge
Man cannot solve worldwide turmoil at large
Much too soon the enemy took control
Before too long he’ll be in a blackhole
One man cannot right the wrongs worldwide
He can make changes with God by his side
When there appears to be no other way
The Power of God will – so let us PRAY!
D01: 04/22/2023
Duchess01 Thursday, 11 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/11/dear-maga-open-thread-20240711/#comment-1302195
FULLNESS OF FAITH
Throughout scripture, God sets His example;
Limitless – His love – is more than ample;
He is kind; He is good – He is faithful;
For His steadfast Spirit, we are grateful!
Blessed are they who rely on the Lord;
Blessed are they who abide by His Word;
Holy are they who trust only in Him;
Convicted through Faith – is proper and prim!
With Fidelity and Faithfulness – we
Are trusting and trustworthy as can be;
With holy fervor, we honor Our Lord;
Consistently Faithful His Love out-poured!
Through Jesus, we exude Faith, Hope, and Love;
Through His Spirit and exultation above;
Through fullness of Faith – we are relieved;
We have not seen and yet, we have believed!
A Fruit of the Spirit, Faithfulness is;
The art of believing in heavenly bliss;
The act of knowing – relying on hope;
The tug of strength when unable to cope!
In the fullness of Faith, we come alive;
With conviction and purpose, we will thrive;
With our trust in the Lord, we cannot go wrong;
In the Faith Filled Family where we belong!
D01: 04/21/2013
A haiku from PAVACA!!!
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/11/dear-maga-open-thread-20240711/#comment-1302289
Haiku for our good Wolf Moon
Gracious and wise host
For this place of thought and talk —
Bonam Fortunam!
☀
Duchess01 Friday, 12 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/12/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240712/#comment-1302600
SWORD OF THE SPIRIT
A powerful offensive weapon to wield
In any encounter a faithful shield
When the enemy gets close in sight
It keeps him at bay with power and might
ByThe Sword of the Spirit evil will flee
Deceptive delusion will cease to be
Spoken thru direction of the Spirit
It cuts through the wiles whoever hears it
The wisdom and skill of the Word of God
Will disrupt attack of the demon squad
When Jesus was tempted on the high peak
It was the Word of God that He did speak
Thru persistent prayer His Word holds true
For every scheme the demons pursue
Temptation requires a strong defense
To which His Word offers recompense
Study thyselves rightly to be approved
By the force of His Word be unmoved
Be in His Word on a daily basis
For protection and the sake of stasis
For discernment of the trouble at hand
The Word of God will help secure a plan
For what is written there thru the Spirit
Will empower those who daily fear it
The Sword of the Spirit weapon of choice
Gives authority a powerful voice
To disarm and deter the deception
Whenever wherever the perception
D01: 07/28/2023
Duchess01 Saturday, 13 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/13/2024%c2%b707%c2%b713-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1302960
SING UNTO THE LORD
Sing unto the Lord a brand new song;
Sing praises to Him all your lifelong;
For He has sustained and kept you sound;
His blessings upon you daily abound!
Sing – Sing your sweet song of praise;
Ring – Ring your Hand bells and raise;
Your voice to His Honor and Glory be;
Your ringtone – a joyful noise – artfully!
With thanksgiving, let your sweet song begin;
With gratefulness, thank Him for peace within;
In Him, through Him, and with Him, we thrive;
Keep His commandments – Keep hope alive!
Victoriously – Jesus conquered death;
He suffered and bled until his last breath;
Praise Him – Oh, Praise Him – thank Him in song;
For without His gift – we would not belong!
It is said when we sing – then, twice we pray;
Double the praise – sing a new song today;
Raise up your voice – in Psalms praise His name;
Jesus is Lord – let your voice proclaim!
Sing unto the Lord – a new song today;
Rejoice in His blessings a brand new way;
When we give Honor and Glory to Him;
Our hearts fill with joy – right up to the brim!
D01: 04/17/2013
Duchess01 Sunday, 14 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/14/dear-maga-20240714-open-topic/#comment-1303769
WATCHING AND WAITING
Look here – Look there – Look everywhere
But – Do Not Look Up – because God is there
Focus on God – not distractions you see
What just might happen or could come to be
Who can you trust more than the Creator
Who will tell the truth – Who is the greater
What motivates man to kill steal destroy
For what purpose will deceit he deploy
If the treasure of the heart is evil
It brings forth chaos and opt upheaval
For the selfish concern of the wayward
Conjures up a nation in the nayward
As we contemplate core current events
We’re reminded of biblical portents
When a group of people were held captive
Oppressed and abused became adaptive
For four hundred years we longed to be free
Deceived and deterred twas not meant to be
Howbeit no idea what we had become
Suddenly we are returning therefrom
Unscrupulous men sold our nation out
And that is what this fight is all about
We were fools to believe their blatant lies
So this struggle should come as no surprise
Right now we are uniting under God’s wings
We no longer believe outrageous things
We are watching and waiting until such time
As God unleashes His Justice Divine
D01: 08/29/2023
Duchess01, 2nd for Sunday, 14 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/14/dear-maga-20240714-open-topic/#comment-1304116
AS TRUE TODAY AS IT WAS THEN
LIMERICK TO PRESIDENT TRUMP
Dear Mr. President we hope you are resting
Away from the turmoil of this vesting
For all you have been through
We humbly applaud you
While we pray for an end to the testing.
We offer you a warm cup of tea
As your family heaps love on thee
Our prayers rise up to God
From your earthly God squad
To secure peaceful harmony.
We thank you for standing strong
Through the attacks all along
We are here by your side
Our pain we can’t hide
It is where we believe we belong.
We know the truth has been revealing
From what they have done we are reeling
But you stood tall
And through it all
We knew there would be no more stealing.
You promised us we would be winning
While others were deep in their sinning
You told us each day
And showed us the way
Today is only the beginning.
We believed you then as we do now
America would be great again somehow
Reciprocal is what you said
Inequality would be dead
Proof in the pudding shown in the dow.
Companies would return with their jobs
Investments would soar in the Schwabs
We could not believe
What was done to deceive
By those loony lefty mob slobs.
We thank you oh so wholeheartedly
You are our hero greatheartedly
For lifting us up
We raise our cup
To President Trump warm heartedly.
D01: 02/04/2018
Duchess01 Monday, 15 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/15/dear-kmag-20240715-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1304559
BY THE STORMY SEA
Mathew my friend in faith come forth to Me
Be undeterred by the sturred stormy sea
Do not look back come forward without fear
I guarantee you that I will be here
Taking those steps are frightful to many
Their faith is weak and some have not any
With each trial in life we’re asked to be
So strong in our faith by the stormy sea
The mountains are high – the valleys are low
Sometimes there is no path no way to go
At other times we are told there is no hope
After deciding the depth and the scope
God instructs us to trust solely in Him
To lean not on our own when times are grim
To acknowledge Him in all of our ways
To give Him all Honor and Glory and Praise
Well if that is the case why go to man
For a purpose solution and a plan
What does man know that God does not
Why believe man’s predictions on the spot
God speaks to His prophets on the daily
Anointed appointed to set up the bailey
Guided by God to speak truth in His name
With warnings and platitudes of the same
Listen My people to what you must know
What you must do that to you I will show
I AM who I AM and ever will be
I will guide you safely by the stormy sea
D01: 07/11/2023
Duchess01 Tuesday, 16 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/16/dear-kag-20240716-open-thread/#comment-1305654
PURE IN HEART
Hearken Ye – Blest are the Pure in Heart;
For they shall see our God when they depart;
The secret of the Lord is surely theirs;
In Christ’s abode – their souls become heirs!
Their lives give glory to the Prince of Peace
Their love for Him is strong – it will not cease;
Like Him – they dwell in lowliness – with men;
Like Him – their pattern for holiness – Amen!
To the lowly soul – His grace He imparts;
With His Spirit pure – He fills their hearts;
For His cradle – and His heavenly throne;
He chooses the Pure in Heart – they alone!
Lord – Let us pray – Thy presence we seek;
Lord – For we pray – Thy blessing unique;
Give us – we pray – a pure and lowly heart;
The Grace from Your Spirit that You impart!
The temple within – we will surely refine;
For the pure resting place of the Divine;
Purify us, Oh Lord – that we may be worthy;
To receive Your Grace – wholly and humbly!
Give us this day your blessing, Oh Lord;
Keep us securely – surely in Your Word;
Let Your Spirit abide within us today;
For You are the Truth, the Life, and the Way!
Blest are the Pure in Heart – the Bible says;
For they are the ones who know God’s ways;
Create in us all – a heart that is pure;
So we will be servants of all – for sure!
Let not worldly concerns sweep us away;
Temptation and sinfulness – let us defray;
For it is in giving – that we will receive;
And the Pure in Heart – will ever believe!
The Glory of God – will be theirs to enjoy;
If they seek His face – in all they employ;
Grant us – Oh, Lord – a heart that is pure;
For the Pure in Heart – will surely endure!
D01: 07/29/2013
Duchess01 Wednesday, Duchess’s Birthday! 😁 17 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/17/dear-kag-20240717-open-thread/#comment-1306256
COME BACK TO ME
Come back to me with all of your heart;
Sin has separated us – torn us apart;
Long have I waited for your sweet return;
Reconciliation with you – is what I yearn!
While you were out reveling in the flesh;
In the throes of sin – I watched you enmesh;
I sent forth My Spirit – to convict you;
But, you rebuff Him – what could I do?
I sent forth my angels – with a message true;
But you did not hear – you did not want to;
I sent forth my beauty – for your eyes to see;
But your eyes were on others and not on Me!
I sent forth the fragrance – of lilies so sweet;
With the scents you enjoyed – I could not compete;
I sent you a mate – refined in the Word;
But you refused him/her – completely absurd!
Stubborn you are and stubborn you’ll be;
Until you agree to Come Back to Me;
What can I tell you – what can I say?
If you keep acting in your sinful way!
Make no mistake – I have a plan for you;
With love I will prick you – and deeply, too;
The one that you love will not love you back;
When you’re not looking – he/she will attack!
With tokens and trinkets you will woo your love;
But God will not bless this union above;
It is you who will suffer rebuff and regret;
For what you have done – that is what you will get!
Until you can feel what you have given to Me;
You will not have eyes that will ever see;
Into the darkness you’ll continue to gaze;
Your ears will be closed to sweet words of praise!
Your love will complain he/she hasn’t the time;
To love you and cherish you in the sublime;
Then he/she will leave you flat and outright;
Far away will him/her go – far out of sight!
Now that you know what I have been feeling;
In your absence – how much I’ve been reeling;
Come Back to Me – repent now – and believe;
Your pain and your suffering I can relieve!
My yoke is easy – my burden is light;
I’m willing to give you back your insight;
I’m willing to send forth My Spirit today;
If you will agree – to follow the Way!
Come Back to Me – and I will surely forgive;
All your transgressions – so that you will live;
With faith through grace – I will accept you back;
As long as you agree – I will take up the slack!
D01: 07/26/2013
Duchess01 Thursday, 18 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/18/dear-maga-open-thread-20240718/#comment-1306973
FAITH
Faith is the substance of things hoped for
The evidence of things unseen before
It is not something we just acquire
But it is something we do admire
What does it mean to walk by faith not sight
How do we know the faith we claim is right
Because faith is the key to a new life
It is the postulate when fear is rife
Faith worketh patience a virtue we know
We need to peacefully go with the flow
Patience is a virtue a powerful grace
If we combine the two we can save face
The mystery of faith is the unseen
It is a place where we have never been
The unseen is in essence God’s domain
Outside of which we must really remain
When we step out in faith we rely alone
On God’s gift of grace to be truly shown
Faith is a leap into what is hidden
From our earthly sight to the forbidden
Then why would we need faith even at all
Because God desires it lest we befall
If we are to trust completely in Him
Without faith our prospects are naught to slim
Jesus is the author/finisher of faith
Revealer of what the Bible saith
It is He who died to free us from sin
For the endless joy we carry within
D01: 08/23/2023
Duchess01 Friday, 19 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/19/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240719/#comment-1307648
SPEAK LIFE AND BLESSING
When we face challenges out of the blue
Our first instinct might be what went askew
We wonder what it was that caused the rift
Not recognizing what hit was a gift
We tend to take what occurs personally
Like some sort of punishment deservedly
When really it was nothing of the sort
Nor to the extent of fault to report
We have free will to make our choices
And that includes how we use our voices
We can rant and rave and complain why me
Or we can speak life and blessing to be
We are all prone to the seven deadly
We can speak out a tirade in medley
We can side with that demonic attack
Give negative thoughts credence right back
The effect of the weight we have laid down
Will surely defeat us cause us to drown
In a sea of self-pity barely function
Until we reach a decision junction
The difference between blessing and curse
Is the curse tends to make our plight much worse
It augments into a vicious cycle
We are less fruitful not at all vital
Speak life and blessing for each consequence
A positive outlook just makes more sense
It energizes God-given gifts in you
The Spirit inside comes alive when you do
D01: 08/11/2023
Duchess01 Saturday, 20 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/20/2024%c2%b707%c2%b720-joe-biden-didnt-win-daily-thread/#comment-1308298
GOD WILL HAVE THE LAST WORD
The world has been horribly hijacked
Evil has aggressively attacked
Whatever way we are tempted to turn
We find ourselves grinded in the quern
Explosions earthquakes sabotage shortages
Destruction destitution poisonous portages
You promised us freedom in a jubilee year
Is it possible this blessing is notably near
You said vengeance is in Your domain
We understand why You must abstain
Your thoughts and timing are surely not ours
We have no doubt in Your mighty powers
We are trying hard to have faith
Not by sight just as you saith
The ungodly spurn and ridicule You
That will be their downfall it is true
The assets of the wicked will be dispersed
To the righteous man as has been versed
We need not worry if God will repay
All they have stolen and taken away
Rest assured God will move unexpectedly
He knows how to manage quite effectively
We need not be concerned if and when
God will have the last word now and then
D01: 02//26/2023
Duchess01 Sunday, 21 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/21/dear-maga-20240721-open-topic/#comment-1308918
FEAR OF THE LORD
The law of the Lord is perfect and true;
It revives the soul – and gives life to you;
The rule of the Lord – you can trust;
It gives wisdom to the simple – a thrust!
The precepts of the Lord are right and real;
They gladden the heart – with righteous zeal;
The commands of the Lord are crystal clear;
They give songs to the voice – chords to the ear!
The Fear of the Lord is holy – abides;
Wherein – the heart – that the Spirit resides;
The decrees of the Lord are true and just;
So Fear of the Lord for all is a must!
More to be desired than the purest gold;
Sweeter than honey from the comb threefold;
For in them – the servant – finds instruction;
From precept to precept – no deduction!
Great reward comes from their very keeping;
Only He can detect error speaking;
Of hidden faults – His justice surely acquits;
From the judgment seat upon which He sits!
From presumption – we must be restrained;
From judging others – we must be retrained;
Under presumption – we make ourselves blameless;
Not cleansed from grave sin – or even shameless!
Let the spoken word of your mouth – win favor;
Let your thoughts be pure – that they He may savor;
Let your heart be of a clean – contrite nature;
Let your heart – the Holy Spirit – capture!
The Fear of the Lord – is not fear at all;
It’s His love in your heart – so answer His call;
His precepts – commands – decrees are all there;
To guide you – correct you – keep you aware!
Be prudent – be faithful – be thankful you are;
Chosen by Him – loved – and cherished by far;
The Fear of the Lord – is His awesomeness;
Give thanks – for His love – and His blessedness!
D01: 11/18/2013
Duchess01 Monday, 22 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/22/dear-kmag-20240722-joe-biden-didnt-win-%e2%9d%80-open-topic/#comment-1309624
CREATE IN ME A CLEAN HEART
In Your kindness, have mercy on me;
Let me not ever stray far from Thee;
Blot out my sins from your Holy sight;
Strengthen me – to fight the good fight!
In Your compassion, blot out my offense;
For my transgression, there is no defense;
Wash me and cleanse me of all of my guilt;
I have sinned against Thee – I need rebuilt!
My offenses are ever before me, Oh Lord;
I have fallen short as it says in Your Word;
Against You alone have I sinned grievously;
In Your sight, Oh Lord, sin encompassed me!
Justified are You in your sentence dispensed;
Without reproach is Your judgment against;
For in sin were all men ill-conceived;
From the womb we emerge ill-perceived!
In truth, it’s the heart only You can see;
Instill in my heart Your wisdom for me;
Purify and cleanse me that I may know;
Wash me – my soul – whiter than snow!
Create in me – a clean heart renewed;
Cleansed in the Spirit – no longer eschewed;
With a steadfast spirit – I am refreshed;
No longer in sin will I be enmeshed!
A pure heart create in me, Oh God;
No longer will You need to poke and prod;
Give me again, Lord, the joy of Your aid;
With a steadfast spirit – the ransom is paid!
Rescue me, Lord, from evil oppression;
Let love – once again – be my obsession;
Let repentance and mercy blot out my sin;
Let Your Holy Spirit live again within!
For, in sacrifice, you take no delight;
Burnt offering – You would refuse outright;
My sacrifice is a contrite spirit;
Humble and worthy – Your voice – I hear it!
In Your goodness, Oh Lord, make me anew;
Be near me, Oh Lord, keep me close to You;
Hold me, remold me – into what I should be;
Create in me, Lord, a clean heart from Thee!
D01: 06/28/2013
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Duchess01 Tuesday, 23 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/23/dear-kag-20240723-open-thread/#comment-1310573
WHAT IS WISDOM
What is that entity called knowledge
Is it something you learn in college
Is it acquired through solid study
Can you share openly with a buddy
What do you do with it once you have it
Does obtaining it become a habit
Is it stored in your brain for further use
Do you hoard it or is it oft obtuse
Without understanding knowledge is useless
Without discernment knowledge is juiceless
For clarity understanding is key
It is how the brain can function and see
If knowledge aligns with understanding
And discernment becomes notwithstanding
You’ll begin your journey to wisdom way
For the fear of the Lord comes when you pray
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of
Wisdom that comes directly from above
Knowledge of the holy is understanding
By the Power of God comes the branding
So if you seek wisdom study real hard
And if you’re approved it will be your guard
If the fear of the Lord is just the beginning
You’re well on your way to wisdom winning
The corollary of this lesson will be
Knowledge + Understanding you will see
Gives way to wisdom a treasure for sure
There will be nothing you cannot endure
Wisdom is the principal thing therefore
With all of your getting there is much more
When you marry knowledge to understanding
Wisdom is better than strength or standing
D01: 07/12/2023
Duchess01 Wednesday 24 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/24/dear-kag-20240724-open-thread/#comment-1311195
WHERE ARE YOU, LORD?
In the early morning light, I see YOU;
I begin the day just right; I pray, too;
I recall the blessings YOU have given;
I ask to be Holy Spirit driven!
I thank you for the sunshine YOU have sent;
For the flowers and trees; their nourishment;
I thank YOU profusely for loving me;
And pray I may serve YOU graciously!
Oh, but lately, Lord, I’m having trouble;
I’m anxious, lonely, and seeing double;
I do not know what has come over me;
It’s been really hard connecting with Thee!
Overwhelmed at times, I can find no rest;
From the constant barrage of evil’s quest;
From unwelcome guests who rob me of time;
From interrupted prayers to outright crime!
Where are you, Lord? I need you right now;
Come quickly into my heart somehow;
Fill me with your Spirit and make me whole;
Let me suffer no more with this empty soul!
Hear my cry in the day and into the night;
Protect me by day and by night, be my light;
Let not Thy presence be hidden from me;
In your mercy, Lord, hide my sin from Thee!
Whatever I have done or have not done;
Let it be known; let victory be won;
Gather me into Thy Loving embrace;
Wash the pain and tears away from my face!
Reveal to me what I have done so wrong;
Away from YOU, I have suffered so long;
The emptiness inside is so hard to bear;
I wonder, at times, if YOU are even there!
Where are you, Lord? Oh, please hear my call;
I’m confused, broken in my wherewithal;
Why are you silent in my time of need?
Is it because of my secular greed?
Have I not attended to my daily prayer?
Have I neglected for my neighbor to care?
Have I been selfish thinking only of me?
Oh yes, that is it – that is what it must be!
Hence the reason for the anxiety;
My trust in YOU, Lord, has just ceased to be;
My heart is on things of the world not YOU;
No wonder I’m hurting, lonely, and blue!
Thank you, DEAR LORD, for clearing the air;
For sending YOUR SPIRIT for me to care;
For renewing in me hope, love, and peace;
For making this longing finally cease!
Forgive me, Lord, for my selfish pride;
For from you I have been trying to hide;
For feeling unworthy to share with YOU;
My ineptitude and shortcomings, too!
Why did I even think YOU did not care?
Why did I ever refuse with YOU to share?
Why did I think YOU could never relate?
To the suffering I simply abate!
Did you not see in the Garden at prayer?
The loneliness a man is forced to bear;
When he is abandoned by all in the end;
When no one will stay; not even a friend?
Did you not ask for this cup to pass?
Was it your fear? What was it alas?
Was this just another human refrain?
Something YOU would do all over again?
No, you were not complaining it’s not fair;
And you were not wishing YOU did not care;
YOU were just preparing YOUR human side;
To let YOUR soul with YOUR Father reside!
So I’ll take my cue directly from YOU;
And stop thinking of me as YOU would do;
Deny myself and just follow YOUR lead;
And YOU will provide whatever I need!
D01: 4/05/2013
Duchess01 2nd Poem for the day, Wednesday 24 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/24/dear-kag-20240724-open-thread/#comment-1311203
RISE UP PRAYER WARRIORS
In the morning when you arise
Thank God for the lovely sunrise
Thank God you have the eyes to see
Thank God through Him you are set free
So many are suffering in various ways
From family problems to general malaise
From discouragement to deep depression
Hearts, minds, and souls suffer repression
Each day God asks you to boldly come
To the Throne of Grace and beat the drum
Sing Praise to our God – Sing Praise
To our Deliverer – Our voices we raise
God told us to pray unceasingly
Give Glory Honor and Praise to He
Bring our petitions and lift them up
So that all may drink from the Blessing Cup
When you are troubled the Body suffers
Take it to God and pray for others
When we reach out and pray for one another
We bless father mother sister and brother
Our own concerns become less of a bother
When we reach out and touch another
So Rise Up Prayer Warriors and shout
Defeat the enemy roundabout
Send him back to the dry places of doom
Back off and prevent his message of gloom
Declare your victory over all that prevails
Defeat his plan and all it entails
Our nation has been attacked mercilessly
Over a long span of time most relentlessly
It is time to defeat that father of lies
It is time for Prayer Warriors to rise
‘Go To The Quiet’ if it need be
To replenish and refresh on bended knee
You must be courageous and strong
To fight this battle all the day long
Rise Up Prayer Warriors and come to their aid
For many who are lacking let hope be staid
For those who are allegedly down and out
Sing Praise – Declare Victory – and Shout
Decked in your Armor fight the good fight
Send our enemy and his minions to flight
Give it your all and you will soon see
And taste the blessings of Victory!!!
D01: 11/18/2022
Duchess01 Thursday, 25 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/25/dear-maga-open-thread-20240725/#comment-1311722
TEACH ME LORD
In the misty morning – at the break of dawn;
With sleepy eyes and – muddy mind I fawn;
Send your assistance and blessing my way;
Dear Heavenly Father – teach me today!
I fall on my knees to give glory and praise;
I sing with the angels – our song we raise;
In thanksgiving – I thank You for all I have;
For Your comfort – consolation – and salve!
Teach me – to love – as You willingly do;
To be servant of all – just like You;
Help me to learn to be humble and last;
Help me let go of mistakes of the past!
Teach me compassion – for my neighbor today;
Help me understand – his distress – if I may;
Help me bring comfort – condolence to him;
Lift up his spirit – when his faith is slim!
Help me be more like You – assured in love;
With confidence in my Father above;
With trust in Your steadfast faithfulness;
With fidelity – teach me – gratefulness!
Teach me – to invite – the Spirit within;
Through repentance and grace – let Him in;
To guide and chide me – when I should fall short;
Help me – to His wisdom – quickly resort!
Teach me – not my will – but His will be done;
Through Him and with Him – the battle is won;
Teach me – acceptance – when I find it hard;
To repent – reconcile – and pride discard!
Teach me – patience – a gift of the Spirit;
A virtue through which – I can endear it;
Give me Grace to hang on – and persevere;
Through fasting and prayer – help me volunteer!
Teach me – hope – a gift – to which I must cling;
Patient hope – endurance – blessings will bring;
Goodness and longsuffering – grant me these;
Precious gifts of the Spirit – grant them please!
Teach me – faith – that I may share it with all;
To lighten the burden – what might befall;
Calm my fears – and brighten earthly sorrow;
Increase my faith – childlike trust in tomorrow!
D01: 10/26/2013
Duchess01 Friday, 26 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/26/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240726/#comment-1312242
WE WILL REJOICE
Evil permeates our world today
Spiritual warfare keeps it at bay
Armored up we swiftly draw our swords
The Sword of the Spirit over them lords
A brutal battle we must never quit
We must pray unceasingly ere to wit
We must call on God’s Army of Angels
His Warring Angels are never strangers
They have attacked Creation mercilessly
They have killed and destroyed pervasively
They have committed sin ad nauseam
Mocked dishonored and ad disesteem
There is a sense we are winning this war
Control of our world will be nevermore
In this Great Year of the Jubilee
We will celebrate and we will be free
God has a plan no man put asunder
His power and might will be like thunder
At the sound of the Trumpet be ready
As God sets the world aright and steady
We will prevail against this evil so vile
If we just stand strong hold on for a while
It is God that girdeth with saving strength
In our defense He will go to great length
When will it end this battle of wits
When will we see the blessing that fits
When will we rejoice like never before
When His Victory reigns He will restore
D01: 08/24/2023
Duchess01 a second for Friday, 26 July 2024
https://www.theqtree.com/2024/07/26/dear-maga-tgif-open-thread-20240726/#comment-1312248
FOR ALL OF THE PRECIOUS POSTERS HERE – AND – OF COURSE – OUR HOST !!!
YOU MAKE ME SMILE
My first thought in the morning is of God;
Asking His blessings – for me – is not odd;
What is odd and quite perplexing to me;
Is the smile on my face when I think of Thee!
What comes to mind in Morning Prayer?
With each petition – through each layer;
The joy experienced when reminded;
The truth exposed – no longer blinded!
Thank You, Lord, for opening my eyes;
For helping me see – for making me wise;
For sending me – a great gift in disguise;
Someone to respect – a friend to advise!
You touched my heart where others could not;
You accepted my help – without a thought;
You laughed at my jokes – though silly they are;
You welcomed my friendship – from near and afar!
You challenged my knowledge – and added to it;
You carefully connected the dots adrift;
You made me wonder ‘bout God and His plan;
To where it would lead – from whence it began!
You gave me a place – to pray and to love;
You prayed with me – stayed with me – above;
Together we lifted up many a friend;
And brought forth God’s blessings to that end!
How can I thank you – what more can I say;
You make me smile each and every day;
What can I do for you – to ease your mind?
How can I thank you for being so kind?
If I asked God to bless you – would that be enough?
Gee Whiz…giving back to you – is terribly tough;
What can I say when I am lost for words?
Expressly refrain from sliding backwards!
What can I do to end this quandary?
As I open my heart – and air my laundry?
So humble and sweet is your heart, my dear;
It’s nearly impossible for me, I fear!
Perhaps, I will ask Our Father above;
If He will shower you with His love;
Send comforting angels to hold you gently;
Sing you their songs – calm you contently!
Warrior angels I’ll ask God to send;
To protect you – fight for you – to the end;
May the Holy Spirit chide you each day;
With knowledge and wisdom to guide your way!
In my Evening Prayer, I think of you;
I thank God sincerely for all you do;
As I end my prayer and end my day;
You make me smile – it just won’t go away!
D01: 06/30/2013